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Ilkin Mirzayev

@ilkinmirzayev

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SOC Analyst and IT specialist focused on threat detection and incident response.

Azerbaijan

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What I'm looking for

I seek a hands-on cybersecurity or SOC role where I can investigate incidents, improve detection, collaborate cross-functionally, and grow in threat hunting and incident response.

I am a results-driven SOC Analyst and IT specialist with hands-on experience monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats using SIEM tools such as Splunk, Wazuh, and ELK Stack. I combine practical incident response practice with vulnerability scanning (Nessus, OpenVAS) and endpoint protection management (CrowdStrike, Windows Defender ATP).

Previously I delivered Level 1 & 2 IT support, managed Active Directory, troubleshot networks with Wireshark, and improved IT support KPIs—reducing resolution times and on-site visits while creating user training and documentation. I have experience with ticketing platforms (Jira, ServiceNow, OTRS) and remote support tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk).

I hold a BSc in Information Technologies and MSc studies in Computer Science and Information Security, and I continuously upskill through certifications in cybersecurity, SIEM, and malware traffic analysis. I collaborate well with cross-functional teams to strengthen security posture and improve operational resiliency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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SOC Analyst

Current

CodeAlpha

Sep 2025 - Present (0 months)

Monitored and analyzed security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, Wazuh, ELK) and conducted vulnerability scanning with Nessus/OpenVAS to identify and recommend remediation for threats; practiced incident response and produced detailed reports.

Splunk Wazuh ELK Stack Nessus OpenVas Incident Response Log Analysis

Information Technology Technician

CTDI

Dec 2024 - Aug 2025 (8 months)

Provided Level 1 & 2 support via Jira/ServiceNow/OTRS, maintained Windows/Linux systems and hardware, troubleshot LAN/WAN/Wi‑Fi/VPN connectivity using Wireshark, and managed Active Directory accounts and group policies.

Technical Support Windows Linux Jira ServiceNow Wireshark Active Directory VPN Endpoint Security

IT Support Specialist

ASOIU

Jan 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 5 months)

Reduced IT support resolution time by 20% and setup time by 15% through process improvements, delivered user training that cut support requests by 15%, and implemented remote support to decrease on-site visits by 20%.

TeamViewer Troubleshooting Windows MacOS Linux User Training