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SOC Analyst Trainee | Junior Security Engineer | BMSIT ’24 | Wireshark | Linux | VAPT | Cloud & Mobile Security | Packet Tracer | SIEM | NDR | EXDR

About

🔐 Cybersecurity Enthusiast | Junior Security Engineer | SOC & Pentesting Focus | BMSIT&M Graduate (2024) I’m a recent graduate from BMSIT (Class of 2024) with hands-on experience in penetration testing, SOC operations, and incident response. Currently interning at Hacker Academy as a Junior Security Engineer, and also training under Tracelay to gain in-depth expertise in SOC automation, XDR, and advanced security platforms. I have practical exposure to network monitoring, threat detection, and digital forensics, with projects ranging from phishing investigations to MITM attack simulations and VAPT assessments. 🛠️ Tools & Platforms I Work With: Kali Linux | Wireshark | Splunk | IBM QRadar | Cisco Packet Tracer | Netsparker | Metasploit | Hydra | AWS | Bettercap 🚀 Currently Training On (Tracelay): Sumo Logic | Cybereason | Cymulate | Extrahop | CyberArk | Trend Micro XDR 💡 My goal is to specialize in SOC operations and automation, bringing both technical and analytical skills to strengthen organizational defense strategies. 📩 Open to connecting, knowledge sharing, and SOC Analyst opportunities. 🔹 Experience Section (Under Tracelay) SOC Trainee – Tracelay (Training Program) Sep 2025 – Present Gaining hands-on experience with SOC automation workflows and advanced security platforms. Learning SIEM, XDR, and SOAR tools such as Sumo Logic, Cybereason, Cymulate, Extrahop, CyberArk, and Trend Micro XDR. Understanding use cases like threat detection, incident response, automation of repetitive SOC tasks, and vulnerability assessments. Developing skills in playbook creation, SOC orchestration, and end-to-end monitoring processes. 🛠️ Key Tools & Platforms: Kali Linux, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Nmap, Metasploit, Hydra, Netsparker, Nessus, Cisco Packet Tracer, Splunk, IBM QRadar, ELK Stack, AWS, Bettercap 💻 Core Skills: SOC Monitoring | Penetration Testing | Vulnerability Assessment | Incident Response | Network Security | Digital Footprinting | Risk & Compliance Awareness 🎓 Certifications Include: C-CT (EC-Council), SOC Analyst & Pentester (Hacker Academy), CEH Expert, Network Defender, and more 💡 I thrive under pressure, adapt quickly, and am passionate about learning and applying cutting-edge cybersecurity techniques. My mission is to contribute to stronger organizational defenses through ethical hacking, real-time monitoring, and collaborative threat mitigation. 📩 Let’s connect—open to security analyst roles, learning opportunities, and cybersecurity collaborations.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

gemini

notebooklm

openai

opencode

LM Studio

OpenRouter

Work experience

Cybersecurity Engineer (Trainee) at SecGenie AI, Feb 2026 - Mar 2026 · 1 mo, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, Assisted in identifying and assessing security vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and infrastructure. Performed Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) to identify potential application security weaknesses. Conducted vulnerability scans and security testing to support secure development and deployment practices. Supported compliance and security control validation to ensure applications met required security standards. Analyzed and prioritized vulnerability findings based on severity and risk impact to help development teams remediate critical issues. Organized and structured security testing results for integration into internal security platforms used by SOC teams. Contributed to security reporting and documentation, improving the clarity of vulnerability assessment outputs. Gained exposure to penetration testing concepts, offensive security practices, and Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS). Worked in a collaborative security environment focusing on application security, infrastructure security, and continuous security monitoring.

SOC Analyst Trainee at Tracelay, Sep 2025 - Apr 2026 · 8 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Worked as a Security Analyst Trainee with hands-on exposure to SOC operations, threat detection, incident response, and cybersecurity monitoring in enterprise environments. Gained practical experience with SIEM, EDR, XDR, IAM, and NDR platforms including Sumo Logic NGSIEM, Microsoft Defender XDR, Cybereason EDR, Trend Micro XDR, ExtraHop NDR, Okta IAM, and CyberArk. Performed security event monitoring, log analysis, threat intelligence correlation, vulnerability assessment simulations, and SOC use case testing to strengthen proactive threat detection capabilities. Worked on incident response workflows, alert triage, SOC automation processes, and SOAR-based operational procedures to improve security monitoring efficiency and response effectiveness. Developed strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Kill Chain, Threat Hunting, OWASP Top 10, APT threats, phishing analysis, Zero Trust (ZTNA), OT/SCADA Security, IoT Security, and enterprise cyber defense strategies. Collaborated in simulated real-world cyberattack scenarios and security investigations while enhancing analytical, reporting, and defensive security skills in modern SOC environments.

jr. Security Engineer at Hacker Academy, Sep 2024 - Jul 2025 · 11 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Junior Security Engineer Intern Hacker Academy, Bengaluru (Hybrid) Sep 2024 – Jun 2025 Monitored network traffic, log data, and security alerts to detect and respond to threats in real-time. Investigated and documented incidents using SIEM tools such as Splunk, IBM QRadar, and ELK Stack. Conducted threat intelligence, log correlation, and alert triage to identify malicious behavior and attack patterns. Assisted in malware analysis, phishing investigations, and forensic evidence collection during incident response. Analyzed IDS/IPS alerts, firewall logs, and endpoint events to mitigate risks and ensure network integrity. Participated in live simulations and attack scenarios to improve detection strategies and response readiness. Documented security findings, created incident reports, and supported the team in continuous improvement efforts. Used tools like Wireshark, Burp Suite, Bettercap, Nmap, and Netsparker during various investigative tasks.

cybersecurity Intern at Acmegrade, Aug 2023 - Oct 2023 · 3 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, During my internship at Acmegrade, I developed hands-on experience in core cybersecurity practices and ethical hacking techniques. Key areas of learning and contribution included: Performed web penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and broken authentication. Practiced web scraping using Python to extract data from websites, while exploring security measures used to prevent unauthorized scraping. Gained foundational knowledge in ethical hacking, including reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, and basic exploitation methods in lab environments. Simulated Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks to understand risks in unsecured networks and explored mitigation techniques like SSL/TLS and secure communication protocols. This experience at Acmegrade provided a solid grounding in web and network security, reinforcing my interest in pursuing a career in cybersecurity.

Education

Master of Science, Digital Forensics and information security, Kristu Jayanti University

UG, CSE, Bms institute of technology and management