Oct 2022 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Independently monitored and analyzed security incidents to remediate 95% of critical threats within established SLAs, safeguarding AWS customer data with 100% effectiveness.
• Developed and implemented training programs for team members on utilizing analytical dashboards, playbooks, and runbooks, resulting in a 30% increase in efficiency during investigation processes.
• Collaborated with Amazon Detective team to develop 50 new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) in conjunction with 60+ security controls, significantly improving self-threat detection capabilities for AWS customers.
• Conducted rigorous research and analysis of common cloud threats for AWS customers by performing over 50 Security Incident Response Simulations (SIRS), resulting in a 53% improvement in incident response readiness.

Dec 2020 – Oct 2022 · 1 yr 10 mos

• Conducted comprehensive cloud security assessments for 120+ AWS environments using MITRE ATT&CK framework, resulting in the identification of 82% critical risks and a 35% increase in compliance scores by aligning remediation efforts with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Developed customized security & data protection policies and procedures for each of the 40+ AWS customer accounts, resulting in a 95% compliance rate with PCI DSS, HIPAA, and SOC2 regulations.
• Implemented IAM privilege escalation monitoring procedures for AWS customers, reducing unauthorized access incidents by 40% and increasing security, within the first month of deployment.

Jan 2020 – Dec 2020 · 11 mos · Bloomington, Indiana, United States

• Identified and remediated over 300 security vulnerabilities across various web applications through thorough penetration testing, resulting in a 90% decrease in potential risks for clients.
• Developed comprehensive remediation plans for vulnerable applications, resulting in successful validation testing and a significant decrease in security risks, with an average of 75% improvement across the board.
• Collaborated with development teams to implement secure coding best practices, resulting in an overall improvement of code quality by 85%.
• Analyzed and identified security vulnerabilities in web applications, resulting in a 30% improvement in mean time to remediate vulnerabilities by providing actionable remediation advice aligned to industry standards like OWASP Top 10 and SANS Top 25.

Aug 2019 – Dec 2019 · 4 mos

• Worked as a Teaching Assistant for the Department of Computer Science at UNCC.
• Subject: ITCS 3160-002: Database Design and Implementation
• Mentored 76 undergraduate students, resulting in a class average increase of 15% on course assignments.
• Collaborated with lead instructor to create supplementary study materials, leading to a 10% decrease in student failure rates during Mid-Terms and Finals.
• Led weekly TA hours to assist students with their queries, resulting in an overall improvement in student understanding and performance.
• Implemented new teaching strategies during office hours that resulted in a 25% improvement in student satisfaction surveys.
• Designed and implemented innovative assignments, projects, and quizzes for the class, contributing to a more engaging learning experience for students.
• Evaluated student work to provide constructive feedback and improve overall academic performance, resulting in a 15% increase in assignment grades on average.
• Assisted in proctoring Mid-Term and Final exams for over 70 students, ensuring academic integrity and adherence to testing protocols.

May 2019 – Aug 2019 · 3 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• Analyzed 5TB of daily network traffic & implemented real-time monitoring systems to detect and respond to security threats swiftly, leading to a 50% decrease in response time for addressing security incidents.
• Developed and tested over 30 regex signatures to enhance IPS engine capabilities in identifying and blocking malicious traffic, resulting in a 25% increase in detecting malware callbacks.
• Implemented regular audits and monitoring processes for customer data repositories, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and reducing the risk of data leaks by 15%.

Apr 2019 – Dec 2019 · 8 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Organized and executed over 20 educational nights, featuring various industry professionals, resulting in 80% increase in student attendance and engagement.
• Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy that increased club membership by 50% within one academic year.
• Organized and managed hackathons bi-monthly, leading to an average of 10 new projects initiated by club members each semester.
• Developed strategic partnerships with industry leaders to sponsor club events, resulting in a 50% increase in funding for the organization's activities.

Jun 2016 – Jun 2018 · 2 yrs · Pune Area, India

• Software Engineer with expertise in SQL programming and Data protection.
• Improved database performance by optimizing over 100 SQL stored procedures through indexing, partitioning, and tuning, resulting in a 30% reduction in query time on average.
• Developed and implemented a data visualization tool that streamlined reporting processes, resulting in a 30% reduction in time spent on generating reports for stakeholders.
• Developed custom SQL and Crystal reports for major clients such as Jones Lang LaSalle and Cushman and Wakefield.
• Administered and maintained user access controls as well as procedures to prevent unauthorized access to the systems.

Jan 2016 – May 2016 · 4 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

• Worked as a Trainee Software Engineer for five months, as a part of an internship program and collaborated with senior engineers to troubleshoot and resolve coding errors, leading to a 15% increase in overall system performance.
• Executed routine system level database maintenance tasks to ensure optimal performance, resulting in a 15% increase in database efficiency metrics.
• Helped in the development and implementation of an innovative Scholarship Management System for underprivileged Indian students, resulting in a 40% increase in scholarship applications processed annually.
• Redesigned and optimized company website (2016 version) using bootstrap, resulting in a 40% increase in website traffic and a 20% decrease in bounce rate.