Headline

Project Manager (SOC | VAPT | MSS) | SOC Optimization & SIEM Tuning Specialist | Reducing Alert Fatigue & Improving Detection Efficiency

About

I am a Security Operations (SOC) professional focused on improving detection quality, reducing alert noise, and optimizing SIEM environments to strengthen incident response effectiveness. In most SOC environments, the primary challenge is not tool availability, but signal quality — high false positives, inefficient detection rules, and poor log prioritization that lead to analyst overload and slower response times. I work on improving SOC performance through: SOC alert noise reduction and tuning SIEM optimization (Splunk / Microsoft Sentinel / Percept XDR / Stellar Cyber XDR) Detection rule refinement and coverage improvement Log source onboarding and prioritization Incident triage and workflow efficiency improvements My focus is on building SOC environments that prioritize meaningful security signals over volume, enabling faster and more accurate threat detection and response. I am currently open to freelance SOC optimization and consulting engagements where I can help security teams improve detection quality, reduce operational noise, and strengthen SOC efficiency.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

ChatGPT

Work experience

Project Manager(SOC, MSS, VAPT) at SEQURETEK, May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, • Led initiatives to improve SOC operational maturity by enhancing detection quality, reducing alert noise, and strengthening SIEM-driven monitoring effectiveness across environments. • Contributed to the design and refinement of incident response workflows, improving prioritization, escalation consistency, and overall, SOC response efficiency. • Drove improvements in SOC visibility and reporting by aligning detection coverage with operational requirements and improving actionable threat intelligence output. • Oversaw SIEM optimization efforts (Percept XDR) focusing on detection rule governance, log source strategy, and improving signal-to-noise ratio • Conducted multiple regulatory and compliance audits aligned with RBI, SEBI CSCRF, TPRM, and other client security frameworks.

Project Manager(SOC) - Mumbai Region at SEQURETEK, Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, • Manage a team of over 15 security professionals, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with client objectives. • Oversee security operations for 15 clients worldwide, including those in the BFSI, Manufacturing, and Service sectors, contributing to a combined revenue of $15 million. • Lead and oversee the Security Operations Center(SOC) function, providing strategic direction and guidance to a team of cybersecurity professionals. • Design and implement robust security protocols, procedures, and controls to mitigate risks and protect organizational assets from cyber threats. • Prepare and conduct monthly and quarterly client review meetings to assess progress and align on future objectives. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and compliance with regulatory requirements. • Monitoring industry trends and emerging threats to identify areas for enhancement and innovation within the SOC proactively. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless operations and communication. • Proficient in RBI Audit and SEBI CSCRF.

Cybersecurity Service Delivery Manager at Team Karimganj, Feb 2023 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos, Remote, • A mix between hands-on responsibilities in the frame of SOC Operations, and coordination of people. • Design and implement the organization, processes and technology platforms required to delivery best-in-class cyber security services to our customers. • Drive effectiveness and Improvement with relevant KPI measures and Reporting towards Stakeholders. • Safeguard the contractual agreements for which you need to align with various stakeholders internally and externally.. • Manage the demand and the delivery capacity. • Ensure good SLAs and KPI results by coordinating with the various teams(sales, delivery, IT). • Increase profitability by identifying new business opportunities with existing clients. • .Already ready to learn and understand the business value. • Monitor customer satisfaction, review performances and propose possible improvements. • Promote a service-oriented delivery at Approach. • Coach and coordinate the team to ensure that processes are followed, and technologies are known.

Security Operations Center(SOC) L3 and Partner Success at Team Karimganj, Feb 2022 - Apr 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos, Hybrid, Perform meticulous threat and vulnerability analysis to identify potential risks and weaknesses in our systems and networks along with implementation of ATH(Automated Threat Hunting). Have knowledge in Networking, Network Security (Firewalls), Operating System. Have experience with Network or Endpoint security platforms, Scripting, Administration of VMware or Public Cloud, Config management Working with EC2 instance creating, VPC Flow, VPC or Traffic Mirror Session, Subnets etc. in AWS. Thoroughly investigate and document any information security issues, including incidents and breaches, while remaining attentive to emerging trends in the field. Analyze and swiftly respond to previously unknown hardware and software vulnerabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective countermeasures. Develop and maintain detailed disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in the face of security incidents. Advanced working knowledge of Cybersecurity prevention, detection, and response capabilities such as, but not limited to: AV, EDR, SIEM, IPS, and WAF. Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses in our network security architecture.

SOC L2 at Edureka, Dec 2020 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos, Greater Bengaluru Area

Technical Sales Representative at CSW - Cyber Security Works, Aug 2020 - Oct 2020 · 3 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Helping organizations accurately identify and prioritize threats and vulnerabilities, add context to quickly remediate and continuously monitor the results with cyber resilience across a growing and dynamic attack surface. Influencing various C level decision-makers to agree to see the product demo.

SOC L1 at Intellipaat, Oct 2019 - Aug 2020 · 11 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Education

NSRCEL, Incubation Center, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Engineering, Girijananda Chowdhury Institute of Management & Technology