Hinduja Malempati
Toronto,ON
Summary
Accomplished Cybersecurity Analyst with a proven track record at Encova Mutual Insurance Group, enhancing network security and reducing cyber risks by implementing advanced threat detection systems and conducting comprehensive risk assessments. Skilled in incident response and fostering cross-functional team collaboration, significantly improved system resilience and compliance with industry standards.
Experienced with identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats to protect sensitive data. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of network security protocols and tools to prevent unauthorized access. Track record of implementing effective incident response strategies and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Energetic and analytical with passion for cybersecurity and keen eye for identifying potential threats. Possesses solid understanding of network security protocols and vulnerability assessments, complemented by skills in risk management and incident response. Dedicated to protecting organizational assets and ensuring data integrity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Analyst
Encova Mutual Insurance Group
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with IT teams to integrate security measures into the development and deployment of new applications.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Analyzed security incidents post-resolution, identifying areas for improvement in both technical controls and incident response processes.
- Reduced risk of cyber attacks by conducting regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Improved incident response times by developing and maintaining cybersecurity playbooks for common attack scenarios.
- Optimized security monitoring processes by implementing automated tools for real-time threat detection and analysis.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Improved system resilience with deployment of advanced firewalls and anti-malware software.
- Enhanced network security by implementing advanced threat detection and prevention systems.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by performing comprehensive audits on existing security policies and procedures.
- Reduced downtime caused by security incidents by establishing robust incident management and recovery framework.
- Played key role in regulatory compliance projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and legal requirements related to cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity Risk Associate
Cognizant
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted in meeting regulatory compliance requirements by performing internal audits and addressing identified gaps in security controls.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of security solutions into organizational infrastructure.
- Reduced cybersecurity incidents by developing and enforcing comprehensive policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Contributed to the design of secure architectures for critical applications, minimizing potential attack surfaces while maintaining functionality.
- Identified vulnerabilities in systems through penetration testing, leading to timely remediation efforts for increased security.
- Supported business continuity efforts by contributing to the creation of disaster recovery plans tailored to address specific cyber risks.
- Assisted with the preparation of reports for executive-level personnel, highlighting cybersecurity risk posture and recommending strategic improvements.
- Evaluated vendor-provided security products for suitability, ensuring alignment with company-wide cybersecurity objectives.
- Participated in industry events and conferences, staying current on evolving trends in cybersecurity risk management strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Wireless Information Networking
Fleming College
Peterborough04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
DRK Institute Of Science And Technology
India04-2020
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Incident response
- Digital forensics
- Network security
- SIEM management
- Log analysis
- Security operations center
- Compliance monitoring
- Data encryption
- DDoS prevention
- Patch management
- User awareness training
- Mobile security
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) - Cisco Systems.
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) - CompTIA.
- Microsoft Certified, Azure Security Engineer Associate - Microsoft.
- CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA.
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty - Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- CompTIA Certification
Software
Investigating Security Breaches
Performing Security Assessments
Developing Security And Recovery Plans
Researching Security Trends
Data Security
Timeline
Cybersecurity Analyst
Encova Mutual Insurance Group
04.2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Risk Associate
Cognizant
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) - Cisco Systems.
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) - CompTIA.
- Microsoft Certified, Azure Security Engineer Associate - Microsoft.
- CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA.
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty - Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- CompTIA Certification
Master of Science - Wireless Information Networking
Fleming College
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering
DRK Institute Of Science And Technology
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