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Manish  Nakka

Manish Nakka

CyberSecurity Professional
Sydney,NSW

Summary

Proactive and detail-oriented Junior Cyber Security Analyst with over 3 years of hands-on experience insecurity operations, vulnerability management, and desktop support. Skilled in identifying and remediating vulnerabilities, with practical knowledge of security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability scanning technologies. A quick learner with a strong passion for developing in the field of vulnerability management and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive security improvements.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Cybersecurity Analyst

Opasacyber
Sydney, NSW
03.2024 - Current

Enforced security services and corporate compliance to protect critical systems and information assets.

  • Managed the ongoing development, implementation, and monitoring of security controls to protect the
    organization's information assets.
  • Conducted root cause analysis of security incidents, implementing effective resolution and prevention
    measures.
  • Led vulnerability management efforts using Qualys and Nessus, ensuring the timely remediation of risks.
  • Delivered cybersecurity awareness training, improving employees' understanding of security policies and
    best practices.
  • Collaborated with external security service providers for advanced threat detection and incident
    management.

Cyber Security Analyst,

CyberArk
Sydney, NSW
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, contributing to compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Monitored and analyzed cyber threats using SIEM tools (Splunk), identifying and mitigating security risks
    in real-time.
  • Coordinated vulnerability management initiatives, utilizing endpoint protection and next-gen firewalls to
    secure critical systems.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver incident management, performing root cause analysis
    and preventing future breaches.
  • Managed the organization's security testing program, ensuring compliance with information security
    policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented security policies in line with ISO 27001 and ITIL best practices.

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

Collarbridge PVT LTD
Hyderabad, Telengana
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Monitored and analyzed the organization's network and security systems to detect potential threats, contributing to the management of IT risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Conducted regular monitoring and analysis of the network and security systems using IDS/IPS tools to detect and prevent intrusions.
  • Managed the company's overall security posture, focusing on vulnerability management and compliance with cybersecurity standards.
  • Led the implementation of security controls to ensure the organization's infrastructure was protected from cyber threats.
  • Developed and maintained incident response plans and collaborated with IT teams on security measures.

Skills

  • Vulnerability Management: Qualys, Nessus
  • Operating System Hardening
  • Threat Detection & Incident Response
  • Network Monitoring tools, Packet capture Analysis
  • Mobile Device Security
  • Data Breach Handling & Risk Reporting
  • Application Security Testing
  • SIEM Tools: Splunk, IBM QRadar
  • Security Frameworks: ISO 27001, Essential 8,NIST
  • Linux, Windows OS and Python, Power shell scripting languages
  • Effective Communication & Teamwork
  • End point Detection(Crowd Strike)
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
  • Data Breach Handling & Risk Reporting
  • Technical reporting and System Troubleshooting
  • Problem- solving and communication skills

Certification

CompTIA Security +

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHV12)

Google Cyber Security Certificate

Education

Master of Science - Master of Information Technology

Victorian Institute of Technology, Sydney, NSW
07.2021 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Lovely Professional University, India
05.2012 - 05.2016

Timeline

Cybersecurity Analyst - Opasacyber
03.2024 - Current
Cyber Security Analyst, - CyberArk
05.2022 - 02.2024
Victorian Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Master of Information Technology
07.2021 - 07.2023
Junior Cybersecurity Analyst - Collarbridge PVT LTD
01.2017 - 01.2019
Lovely Professional University - Bachelor of Science, Electronics And Communications Engineering
05.2012 - 05.2016
Manish NakkaCyberSecurity Professional