Namita Kaushal
Cyber Security Analyst @Riskstifle
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WORK HISTORY
Cyber Security Analyst @Riskstifle
Brampton, ON, CA
Built and managed a home lab simulating a full SOC environment to gain hands-on experience in threat detection, analysis, and incident response. Worked extensively with tools like Splunk.Recently worked with Nessus for vulnerability management — identifying system weaknesses, assessing risk, and recommending effective remediation steps. •Conducted malware analysis (static/dynamic) and extracted IoCs using Any.Run, VirusTotal, and Hybrid Analysis.•Simulated phishing/BEC attacks and developed an incident response playbook for email investigations.•Mapped MITRE ATT & CK techniques using Atomic Red Team and built detection rules in SIEM.•Tuned malware detection rules, reducing false positives by 40%.
EDUCATION
InTech Institute®
Diploma of Education
ABOUT NAMITA KAUSHAL
Cybersecurity is not just a career—it\'s a responsibility to protect the digital world we all live in\"With a background in Information Technology and experience in IT support, I have developed a strong understanding of security principles and technologies, including network security, firewalls, threat analysis, and incident response.I thrive in the wild world of SOCs, rocking SIEM systems, incident management, and vulnerability hunts like nobody’s business. Whether it’s Splunk, Wireshark, Nessus, or OpenVAS, I’m your tech-savvy sidekick, turning complex data into actionable insights faster than you can say \"cyber threat.\" Reflecting on my journey, approximately 80% of my studies focused on information security and various cyber-attack methods. One of the most valuable aspects was gaining hands-on experience with ethical hacking tools through practical work on the Kali Linux platform. My work involves identifying and mitigating risks to ensure robust security. My passion for exploring cybersecurity strategies motivated me to pursue and complete my postgraduate diploma in Cybersecurity and Threat Management. This journey was both challenging and exciting, filled with continuous learning and growth. My toolkit includes a good mix of NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS standards, ensuring I’m always in sync with the industry\'s best practices. I\'ve been grateful to receive recognition throughout my journey—for strong performance, leadership, and making a consistent impact. Whether it came through formal awards or simple feedback from peers and mentors, the common thread has been growth. I’ve aimed not just to meet expectations, but to exceed them through preparation, focus, and a real passion for learning. My hands-on training, certifications, and continued interest in ethical hacking and threat detection reflect my commitment to ongoing development.I’m someone who’s always learning, adapting, and putting that knowledge into action. I’ve built a solid foundation in vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, and cloud security, with real hands-on experience using modern tools.Whether it’s securing networks, optimizing systems, or hunting down threats before they escalate, I’m all in. And yes, I’m the person who gets genuinely excited about data governance, risk assessment, and making hackers’ lives just a little bit harder. Specialties- SOC Analysis - SIEM Monitoring - Risk Assessment - Vulnerability Management - Cloud Security
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