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Security Delivery Associate Manager @ Accenture,Ex - Infosys | Ex-TCS

About

With over 13 years of expertise in Cyber Security, I specialize in gap and risk analysis, and the implementation of various security products. I am a robust information technology professional, proficient in the Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP), with extensive experience in data center to cloud migration and leading network security products and teams. I have experience with multi-domain firewall platforms, including Checkpoint, FortiGate, FWSM, ASA, Firepower, PIX firewalls, and NSX Firewalls. Perimeter Security - IPS/IDS , Cloud Security: AWS and Azure platforms , Support for Routing and Switching Additionally, I am skilled in security automation tools such as AlgoSec and Skybox. I am proficient in implementing firewall products and antivirus solutions, including McAfee VSE, ENS, and Solidcore. I have experience with Web Application Firewalls (WAF) like Imperva, Barracuda, and Zscaler platforms (Deception, Internet Access, Private Access). I also have hands-on experience in vulnerability management and assessment, along with a solid understanding of security administration for both private data centers and public cloud platforms.

Location

Hyderabad

Work experience

Security Delivery Associate Manager at Accenture, Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos, India

Lead Consultant at Infosys, Jul 2024 - Feb 2025 · 8 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Senior Consultant - Cyber Security at Infosys, Oct 2018 - Nov 2024 · 6 yrs 2 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Azure Implementation Project for one of the Clients on Azure Cloud with several security devices like checkpoint Firewall, Azure Security Centre, Barracuda WAF, and McAfee ENS, VSE. Also, coordinating and liaising with Infosys Pre-Sales team and Delivery Team for Multiple Projects. To attend client interactions during initial phases for suggestion after gathering the necessary information and understanding the client requirement and post accessing the client environment and providing necessary recommendations as and when required. Design, Build, Cost Estimation, Implementation, resource alignment for various security Projects. Received many appreciations and accolades from the client. For recommending security controls and following CIS Best Practices

Cyber Security Consultant at Infosys, Dec 2019 - Sep 2020 · 10 mos, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, McAfee Deployment and End to End Support for Project completion of McAfee Application control for one of the Infosys clients onsite. Which was to be a part of the Essential 8 Program by the local Government. Worked on strict timelines for Project Completion and deliverable.

System Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services, Mar 2013 - Oct 2018 · 5 yrs 8 mos, Hyderabad, Roles & Responsibilities: Upgrading network and security devices, including firewalls, switches, and routers, to the N-1 standard as per company guidelines. Coordinating, configuring, and troubleshooting end-to-end connectivity requirements between external vendors and clients for IPSec tunnels and firewall access. Managing VPN connectivity (IPSec, SSL, and L3) for end users and vendors, including user configuration and firewall access. Overseeing user and network security by managing administrator access to various network devices, including configuration at both the AAA server and client end. Resolving network-security incidents by tracking malicious users/attackers and blocking unwanted traffic on IPS, firewalls, routers (ACL), or endpoints/hosts. Performing critical tasks such as device hardening, disaster recovery testing, high-availability tests, rule-base rationalizations, OS upgrades, weekly backups, and IP address management. Executing tasks and activities following the ITILv3 process lifecycle and managing change requests, service requests, incidents, and alerts/events. Engaging in regular client interactions, conducting security audits, and discussing weekly reports. Training newly recruited resources on various technologies. Resolving security and network-related issues reported by remote users/teams through end-to-end coordination and troubleshooting. Configuring, monitoring, and analyzing availability/utilization reports of network nodes and links at data centers, circles, and other locations.

Network Administrator at Tata Consultancy Services, Jun 2017 - Mar 2018 · 10 mos, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Firewall Rule Base Remediation and Project Leadership Successfully led firewall rule base remediation and rationalization for 220 firewalls, including contexts and VDOMS, at the client environment. Completed various other onsite projects, receiving accolades and appreciation for exceptional work. Supported additional projects during tenure with TCS. Hardened security and network devices according to company standards and recommendations.

Summer Intern at Pyro Networks, Jun 2012 - Dec 2012 · 7 mos, Banjra Hills, Worked as an intern for Pyro Solutions and worked on PL\SQL Oracle, Networking. Joined the company to understand the Working culture of Corporates. Eyespot Tool - Is a Cellular Performance Monitoring Tool that enables Network Optimization, Auto Reporting, Alarm & Forecasting Decision Support Systems for Telcos. This solution also helps mobile operators to perform capacity planning on their existing network.

Education

Applied Cybersecurity Essentials, Cloud Security, Purdue University

Applied Cybersecurity Essentials Hybrid Intensive, Cyber Security, Purdue University