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Gowri Ramamoorthy

Gowri Ramamoorthy

Brampton,ON

Summary

Certified cybersecurity professional with 10 years of experience in information technology. Collaborated with clients as a network security engineer, actively contributing to planning, analyzing, designing, and implementing enterprise network projects across various IT initiatives. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Network Operation Engineer

Sun Life Financial
02.2020 - Current

Configured, managed and implemented Checkpoint firewalls according to security policies and regulatory compliance standard, deploying on-prem and AWS

  • Configured and managed F5 load balancer LTM and GTM
  • Actively investigated latest security vulnerabilities, incidents and network protection techniques
  • Worked on Network policy management, firewall management, network audits using Algosec
  • Troubleshoot various networking issues and collaborate with internal customers to resolve complex problems
  • Applied Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks to verify performance of ongoing security measures.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Authored security and vulnerability reports, detailing logged incursions and suggesting remediation efforts.
  • Perform ongoing, monthly audits of infrastructure for vulnerabilities
  • Define, assess and communicates security risks and security posture of critical systems and applications to respective stakeholders
  • Report on vulnerability and cloud security metrics (KPI /KRI)to senior management
  • Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
  • Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.

Senior Security Engineer

Honeytek Systems
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Designed and Implemented security solutions in cloud environment using GCP and AWS
  • Migrating Enterprise from traditional data center Infrastructure, Application and Data designs to hybrid or fully-cloud enabled practices
  • Designed, configured and implemented Checkpoint, Cisco and Palo Alto Networks firewalls with IPS, DLP and UTM features
  • Implemented Load balancing solutions (F5)
  • Provided support and troubleshooting on network security
  • Build and implement SIEM solution for Enterprise
  • Responsible for conducting vulnerability scanning and performing security assessments using policy orchestration tools.

Network Analyst

Cisnet
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Implement Layer 2/3 switch and VLAN using Cisco 3750 and 3550 switches
  • Configure Cisco router and switches
  • Provide LAN/WAN Design layout based on client's requirements.
  • Analyzed and defined network requirements, optimization and support for projects.

Education

Cyber Security Management -

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
12.2021

Bachelor's degree -

University of Madras
Chennai, India
12.2001

Skills

  • Firewall Management
  • Intrusion mitigation
  • Internet Protocol Suite (TPC/IP)
  • Disaster recovery operations
  • Risk Assessment
  • Cloud-based service integration
  • Load Balancers
  • SIEM management
  • Incident Response
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Team building
  • Multitasking
  • Analytical Skills

Certification

  • Checkpoint certified Security Expert
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
  • AWS Security Engineering
  • AWS Certified Solution Architect
  • CISSP -Work in progress

Timeline

Senior Network Operation Engineer

Sun Life Financial
02.2020 - Current

Senior Security Engineer

Honeytek Systems
01.2014 - 01.2020

Network Analyst

Cisnet
01.2012 - 01.2014

Cyber Security Management -

University of Toronto

Bachelor's degree -

University of Madras
  • Checkpoint certified Security Expert
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
  • AWS Security Engineering
  • AWS Certified Solution Architect
  • CISSP -Work in progress
Gowri Ramamoorthy