Salman Shaik

About Salman Shaik

As a security analyst L3 with good experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC), I have honed my skills in data source onbording Malware analysis, SIEM, SOAR, Phishing analysis, Alert analysis, and communicating with other teams. My passion for cybersecurity has led me to develop a deep understanding of the threat landscape and the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors.In my current role, I have gained extensive experience in data source onboarding on Securonix siem including custom data Sources onboarding. Creted 70 + use cases based on multiple data Sources and replicated splunk 100+ usecases to the Securonix siem tool. helping L1 teams where I have been responsible for dissecting and analyzing malicious files to determine its capabilities and potential impact on our organization.I am also well-versed in using SIEM and SOAR technologies to detect and respond to security incidents. Additionally, I have expertise in analyzing phishing attacks and alerting our teams to take action to mitigate the threat via Proof point.I believe that effective communication is a crucial aspect of any successful security program. In my role, I have worked closely with other teams, such as network engineering and incident response, to ensure a coordinated and efficient response to security incidents. I am skilled in communicating complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Overall, my experience as a security analyst in a SOC has equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats. I am passionate about cybersecurity and am always eager to learn and grow in this rapidly evolving field.

Experience

1. Senior Security Analyst

   Tech Mahindra

   Sep 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Utilizing advanced knowledge of security information and event management (SIEM) tools such as Securonix and Splunk to monitor and analyze security events in real-time, ensuring prompt detection and response to potential threats. Finetuning the alerts.Managing endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions like Carbon Black to proactively identify and neutralize malicious activities across endpoints, thereby strengthening the overall security posture.Conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments using Tenable Nessus to identify weaknesses within the network infrastructure and applications, and collaborating with relevant teams to remediate vulnerabilities in a timely manner.Engaging with incident response tools and frameworks, including Mandiant, to investigate security incidents, analyze root causes, and develop strategies to prevent future occurrences, thereby enhancing incident response capabilities.Worked on next-generation firewalls such as Palo Alto and Fortigate to control traffic flows, and safeguard against unauthorized access or malicious activities. Providing expertise and guidance to junior analysts and team members, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development within the security operations center (SOC) environment.Continuously staying abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies through proactive research and participation in relevant training programs, conferences, and industry forums.

Education

• D.N.R. School of Business Management, Balusumudi, Bhimavaram, PIN- 534 202. (CC-2L)

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2014 — 2017

Skills

• Sales
• New Business Development
• Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Sales Management
• Marketing
• Customer Service
• B2b
• Negotiation