Rahul Krishnan R — Business Analyst

With a strong background in cybersecurity, I specialize in vulnerability management, threat hunting, and attack surface reduction, ensuring organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. My expertise spans across endpoint security, patch management, security automation, and risk-based remediation strategies, enabling enterprises to achieve a robust security posture while maintaining operational efficiency. Currently, I lead cybersecurity initiatives at Koki Group, driving comprehensive threat intelligence, security tool optimization, and proactive risk management strategies. My work involves securing enterprise environments, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security frameworks to align with global cybersecurity standards. 💡 Key Technical Expertise: ✅ Vulnerability & Patch Management – CrowdStrike, Adaptiva, Automox, NinjaOne, Tanium, SCCM, Qualys ✅ Threat & Risk Management – Security Scorecard, CIS Benchmarks, GYTPOL ✅ Email Security – Proofpoint, Abnormal Security ✅ Web Security – Zscaler ZIA ✅ Endpoint Security & Hardening – CrowdStrike Falcon, Security Misconfiguration Management ✅ Red & Blue Team Operations – Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, Security Incident Management ✅ Security Tool Implementation & Optimization – Risk-based Remediation, Compliance Enforcement ✅ Cloud Security & Zero Trust – Secure Access Architecture & Least Privilege Enforcement I’m passionate about solving cybersecurity challenges, mentoring security teams, and driving continuous improvements in security posture. Whether it's leading security projects, optimizing risk management, or sharing insights on evolving threats, I bring a proactive, strategic, and hands-on approach to cybersecurity.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity expert with a focus on vulnerability management and risk mitigation in enterprise environments.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 9 yrs 10 mos

Skills

Vulnerability Management
Threat Management
Risk Management
Patch Management
Security Management

Career Highlights

Expert in vulnerability management and threat hunting.
Proven track record in optimizing security tools.
Strong leadership in driving cybersecurity initiatives.

Work Experience

KOKI Group

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (1 yr 9 mos)

7-Eleven

Senior Information Security Engineer (3 yrs 1 mo)

Cognizant

Technical Lead (1 yr 5 mos)

Tech Mahindra

Associate System Engineer (3 yrs 7 mos)

Education

Diploma at Carmel polytechnic college

Bachelor's degree at Annamalai University

Rahul Krishnan R

Business Analyst

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 10 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in vulnerability management and threat hunting.
Proven track record in optimizing security tools.
Strong leadership in driving cybersecurity initiatives.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity expert with a focus on vulnerability management and risk mitigation in enterprise environments.

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Skills

Core Skills

Vulnerability ManagementThreat ManagementRisk ManagementPatch ManagementSecurity Management

Other Skills

Application DeploymentApplication PackagingAsset ManagementChange ManagementCollaborative LeadershipCustomer SatisfactionCybersecurityEmail SecurityExternal Attack Surface ManagementGRCIT Infrastructure ManagementIT Service ManagementIncident ResponseMalware AnalysisMicrosoft Endpoint Configuration Manager

About

Experience

Koki group

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Jun 2024 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

Leading the comprehensive cybersecurity strategy at Koki Group, ensuring the protection of digital assets, compliance with industry standards, and proactive risk management across all business functions. Responsible for identifying, mitigating, and remediating security risks while optimizing enterprise security tools and frameworks.
Key Responsibilities & Expertise:
🔹 Vulnerability & Patch Management – Managing risk-based vulnerability remediation using CrowdStrike, Adaptiva, Automox, NinjaOne, and ManageEngine.
🔹 Identity & Access Management (IAM) & Data Loss Prevention (DLP) – Enforcing security policies for privileged access control and data protection.
🔹 Threat Detection & Incident Response – Leveraging SIEM, Vectra NDR, and malware analysis tools (ANY.RUN) for advanced threat hunting and rapid incident containment.
🔹 External Attack Surface Management – Monitoring and mitigating risks using Security Scorecard.
🔹 Email & Web Security – Enhancing security posture through Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, and Zscaler (ZIA).
🔹 Security Compliance & Frameworks – Driving adherence to ISO 27001:2022, NIS2 regulations via isms.online.
🔹 Security Misconfiguration Management – Strengthening system configurations based on CIS Benchmarks using GYTPOL.
🔹 Cybersecurity Metrics & Executive Reporting – Developing tailored security dashboards to provide executive leadership with insights into risk posture, compliance status, and threat/vulnerability trends.

Vulnerability ManagementPatch ManagementThreat DetectionIncident ResponseEmail SecurityWeb Security+2

7-eleven

Senior Information Security Engineer

May 2021 – Jun 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Led the Vulnerability Management team, overseeing day-to-day operations of vulnerability assessment, patch management, and remediation efforts. Proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated security risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization's security posture. Experienced in coordinating with IT, security, and risk management teams to ensure timely remediation and compliance with security policies. Skilled in utilizing industry-leading tools to drive efficient vulnerability management and patching strategies, minimizing the organization's attack surface.
🔹 Threat Intelligence & Research – Conducted threat intelligence analysis across diverse sources using Recorded Future, publishing insights on threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends to internal platforms.
🔹 SIEM & Security Monitoring – Utilized Splunk SIEM to analyse, correlate, and monitor security events for proactive threat detection and response.
🔹 Vulnerability Management – Performed regular vulnerability scanning with Qualys and Tanium, assessing and prioritizing risks based on industry best practices.
🔹 Patch Management & Deployment – Deployed patches across Windows environments using SCCM, Tanium, WSUS, and Qualys, troubleshooting and resolving deployment issues.
🔹 Risk & Compliance Collaboration – Partnered with risk management teams to escalate vulnerabilities exceeding SLA timelines, ensuring compliance with security policies.
🔹 Asset & Inventory Management – Maintained an extensive asset inventory with clear ownership assignments to streamline vulnerability communication.
🔹 Security Awareness & Training – Conducted training sessions to educate staff on cybersecurity best practices, fostering a culture of security awareness.
🔹 Security Reporting & Executive Dashboards – Developed custom reports and dashboards for senior management, providing clear insights into vulnerability trends and remediation progress.

Vulnerability ManagementPatch ManagementThreat IntelligenceSIEMRisk ManagementSecurity Awareness

Cognizant

Technical Lead

Dec 2019 – May 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos · Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Worked as a Vulnerability Remediation Engineer for a banking client, ensuring the timely remediation of security vulnerabilities across enterprise systems. Focused on patch management, application deployment, and vulnerability analysis to maintain a secure and compliant IT environment.
🔹 Global Vulnerability Remediation & Compliance – Led remediation efforts across all end-user computing devices globally, ensuring adherence to security best practices and compliance frameworks.
🔹 Qualys Agent-Based Vulnerability Scanning – Performed daily Qualys scans on workstations, generating and distributing vulnerability reports to regional and global stakeholders.
🔹 Patch & Software Deployment at Scale – Managed mass application deployments via SCCM, ensuring timely patch rollouts and software installations for thousands of users worldwide based on ServiceNow requests.
🔹 End-User Computing Security Support – Provided troubleshooting and remediation support for patching and software deployment failures, enhancing system stability and user experience.
🔹 Vulnerability Analysis & Risk Prioritization – Assessed and prioritized vulnerabilities based on Qualys reports and Power BI analytics, enabling risk-based decision-making for remediation efforts.
🔹 SQL-Based Security Reporting – Developed custom SQL reports to deliver actionable insights on vulnerability trends, remediation progress, and compliance status.
🔹 Change Management & Governance – Managed change requests for security updates and patches, while coordinating CAB (Change Advisory Board) calls to align deployments with business operations.
🔹 Cross-Team Collaboration – Worked closely with global IT, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure a coordinated approach to vulnerability remediation and patch management across multiple regions.

Vulnerability ManagementPatch ManagementQualysSQL ReportingChange Management

Tech mahindra

Associate System Engineer

May 2016 – Dec 2019 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Worked as an Associate System Engineer, ensuring server patch management, application packaging, and client security while maintaining risk and compliance standards. Recognized as a top performer with multiple awards for excellence in patch deployment, vulnerability management, and infrastructure support.
✅ Award-Winning Performance – Received ‘Pat on the Back’ award thrice for outstanding contributions.
✅ Patch & Vulnerability Management – Managed end-to-end patch deployment for Windows servers and workstations using SCCM. Scanned and remediated vulnerabilities with MBSA, ensuring compliance across all Nestlé India locations.
✅ Application Packaging & Deployment – Designed and automated application packaging for workstations and servers, improving deployment efficiency.
✅ Incident & Request Management – Troubleshot deployment failures, security risks, and IT issues, ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to SLAs.
✅ Change & Configuration Management – Submitted change requests, conducted CAB calls, and enforced ITIL best practices for seamless system updates.
✅ Stakeholder Collaboration & Training – Conducted technical meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions, ensuring cross-functional alignment and process improvements.
✅ Security & Compliance Enforcement – Assisted in enforcing security compliance, ensuring timely patching of critical vulnerabilities and mitigating security risks.
✅ Infrastructure Optimization – Monitored system health, identified performance bottlenecks, and optimized Windows environments.