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Neha Sawant

@nehasawant

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Cybersecurity student with hands-on experience in threat detection.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role in cybersecurity that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation.

I am a dedicated MSc Cyber Security student with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices. My experience includes working as a SOC Analyst, where I utilized advanced tools like Darktrace and ArcSight to monitor network behavior and investigate potential breaches. I have a proven track record in conducting vulnerability assessments and implementing security measures that align with industry standards such as ISO 27001.

Throughout my academic and professional journey, I have developed a keen interest in threat intelligence and dark web monitoring, which I am currently exploring in my thesis. My hands-on experience with various security technologies, coupled with my ability to draft technical proposals and conduct security audits, positions me as a valuable asset in any cybersecurity team. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to enhancing organizational security through proactive measures and continuous learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SOC Analyst

Indicia Worldwide

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Utilized Darktrace AI to analyze network behavior and investigate model breaches. Created and managed Mimecast email policies and monitored endpoints using Panda Antivirus.

Mimecast Panda Antivirus AlienVault Cisco Threat Defense Nessus Threat Intelligence

SOC Analyst

CyberNX Technologies Pvt. Ltd

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Supported cyber incident response operations across multiple platforms. Worked with Elastic and ArcSight SIEMs to build detection rules, filters, and interactive dashboards.

Elastic ArcSight SIEM Threat Hunting

Assistant (Cybersecurity)

BDO India

May 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Drafted business and technical proposals tailored to client security requirements. Conducted information security audits aligned with ISO 27001 internal audits and risk assessments.

ISO 27001 Security Auditing Risk Assessment Application Security Vendor Risk Management

Cybersecurity Intern

Virtually Testing Foundation

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Gained hands-on exposure to Kubernetes and virtual SAN environments. Explored NSX technologies for software-defined security, including intrusion detection, URL filtering, and firewall configuration.

Kubernetes Intrusion Detection URL Filtering

Cyber Security Analyst

Coditing

Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Conducted end-to-end vulnerability assessments and penetration tests across web, mobile, API, and network environments. Delivered detailed configuration reviews and security observations to stakeholders.

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing OWASP Top 10 Web Security Mobile Security API Security Network Security

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

National College of Ireland

MSc Cyber Security, Cyber Security

2023 -

Activities and societies: Currently pursuing a thesis on threat intelligence and dark web monitoring.

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Cyber Security, with a thesis focused on threat intelligence and dark web monitoring. Key modules include Security Fundamentals, Network Security, Penetration Testing, and Incident Response and Analytics.

University of Mumbai

BSc in Computer Science, Computer Science

2018 - 2021

Grade: 1 Class Honors

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, achieving First Class Honors. This program provided a strong foundation in computer science principles and practices.