Paarth Saarthi

About Paarth Saarthi

Cyber Security Team Lead with extensive experience in strengthening enterprise security posture across Microsoft ecosystems. I specialize in Microsoft Defender, threat detection, incident response, security operations optimization, and secure configuration governance.Currently leading security operations for large-scale enterprise environments, with a focus on proactive threat hunting, playbook development, SOC process enhancement, and continuous security improvement.Key Focus Areas:• Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, Office 365)• Security Incident Investigation & Response• Threat Hunting & Advanced KQL Analytics• ASR & Security Control Optimization• Runbook & SOP Development• Secure Posture Improvement & Risk ReductionPassionate about building resilient security frameworks that reduce attack surface and improve detection efficiency.

Experience

1. Security Managed Services Specialist

   Accenture

   Sep 2025 — Present · Kolkata, IN

   As a Security Managed Services Specialist, I am responsible for assessing infrastructure security posture, identifying and recommending strategic improvement actions. I manage and respond to security incidents, ensuring timely containment and remediation. My role also involves creating and maintaining comprehensive security playbooks and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to standardize response processes, strengthen resilience, and ensure compliance with security best practices

Education

• Netaji Subhash Engineering College

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electronic and Communications engineering

  2014 — 2018

• Central Board of Secondary Education

  Higher Secondary, Science

  2012 — 2014

• Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)

  Secondary Education

  2012