Awez Akhtar Khatik

I am a results-driven cybersecurity professional with a strong focus on endpoint security, data protection, incident response, and vulnerability management. My experience includes utilizing advanced security tools and frameworks such as SIEM, EDR, and DLP to identify and mitigate evolving cyber threats. Holding a CompTIA Security+ certification, I am dedicated to implementing proactive security measures that safeguard critical systems and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Throughout my career, I have successfully increased sales by 55% as a Cybersecurity Presales Engineer by aligning security solutions with client needs. I have designed high-level security architectures and conducted PoC testing to validate and enhance security solutions. My role as an Associate Consultant involved enhancing SOC operations, reducing incident response times by 40%, and delivering security awareness training to over 150 employees, significantly improving phishing detection rates.

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Quinnipiac University, I am actively involved in projects that focus on threat modeling and cyber risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations such as HIPAA. I am eager to leverage my technical skills and strategic insights to contribute to innovative security solutions that protect organizational assets.