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Raghu Kavali

@raghukavali

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Cyber security analyst focused on DLP, cloud security, and automated incident response.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a security role where I can lead DLP and cloud security initiatives, automate incident response, collaborate with compliance, and reduce organizational risk while growing technical leadership.

I am a Cyber Security Analyst with hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing enterprise data protection across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. I specialize in the full DLP policy lifecycle and integrating DLP controls with SIEM platforms for enhanced visibility and response.

My work has included tuning Defender for Cloud and Endpoint policies, developing automated incident response playbooks with PowerShell and Logic Apps, and reducing MTTR and false positives through operational improvements. I have implemented Microsoft Purview DLP across M365, integrated Carbon Black EDR telemetry with SIEM, and operationalized CNAPP/CSPM tools to improve cloud posture.

I collaborate closely with GRC, compliance, and IT teams to meet ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI-DSS requirements, and I run phishing simulations and awareness programs that measurably reduce risky user behavior. I am passionate about aligning security strategies with business goals and delivering sustainable, automatable solutions in regulated environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Security Analyst

Canadian North

Nov 2021 - Feb 2025 (3 years 3 months)

Operated a hybrid SOC supporting Azure-native and on-prem environments; tuned detection policies and automated playbooks to reduce MTTR by 40% and false positives by 35%. Implemented DLP, vulnerability scanning, and awareness campaigns that cut risky click rates by 60% and strengthened compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI-DSS.

Microsoft Defender PowerShell Logic Apps Carbon Black EDR

IT and Security Systems Analyst

IntelGenx Corp.

May 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years 6 months)

Maintained secure enterprise infrastructure and performed vulnerability assessments, patching, and access control to improve compliance and reduce risk; developed BCP/DR, endpoint hardening, and onboarding procedures to strengthen operational security.

VMWare Firewalls VPN Vulnerability Assessment Access Control Patch Management

Information Security Analyst

IBM

Mar 2016 - May 2018 (2 years 2 months)

Managed SIEM platforms and led incident response, root cause analysis, and deployment of network and endpoint controls to contain breaches and improve detection capabilities across the enterprise.

SIEM Incident Response Firewalls Endpoint Protection