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sonal choudhary

@sonalchoudhary

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Versatile Cyber Security and Digital Forensic Professional.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my forensic skills and allows me to grow in a dynamic environment focused on cyber security.

I am a versatile Cyber Security and Digital Forensic Professional with a strong background in digital forensics. My expertise lies in deploying and managing security tools, performing digital forensic investigations, and monitoring threats. I am adept at leveraging advanced security technologies for threat detection, response, and mitigation.

Currently, I work as an Associate in Incident Response at Ankura, where I handle agent deployment and threat analysis using tools like SentinelOne. My previous experience at KPMG India involved conducting digital forensic investigations and creating detailed forensic reports. I am passionate about ensuring data integrity and admissibility in legal proceedings through meticulous evidence collection and analysis.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Associate (Incident Response- Cyber Security)

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Ankura

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Worked with SentinelOne, handling agent deployment, threat analysis, and reporting findings to clients. Investigated Business Email Compromise (BEC) cases, analyzing email headers, logs, and artifacts to determine the root cause and impact. Collaborated with the MDR team, leveraging tools such as Obsidian, Carbon Black, Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender to analyze alerts and generate reports for th

SentinelOne Business Email Compromise (BEC)KAPE FTK Imager Obsidian Carbon Black Microsoft Defender

Associate Consultant (Digital Forensics-FTech)

KPMG India

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Conducted Digital Forensic Investigation by performing imaging on digital devices, including iOS and Windows machines using tools such as Falcon, UFED and Oxygen to identify and preserve evidence by legal and following laboratory protocols. Worked on projects which included the utilization of specialized tools and techniques to recover and analyze data from various sources with tools such as Encas

Digital Forensics Windows Forensic Investigation UFED Oxygen Forensics Encase

Research Intern

KPMG India

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Conducted on-site imaging of Windows machines and mobile devices, ensuring adherence to laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain data integrity and confidentiality. Developed and delivered presentations on forensic topics including questioned document analysis, effectively communicating complex concepts to colleagues. Actively participated in technical sessions and workshops on

On Site Imaging Windows Forensic Investigation Digital Forensics Data Integrity Forensic Presentations Document Analysis

Research Intern

IFSO(NCFL)- Delhi Police

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Acquired specialized knowledge in advanced digital forensic investigation techniques, under the mentorship of seasoned forensic professionals. Applied theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, utilizing industry-standard tools such as Oxygen for mobile phone acquisition to extract and analyze digital evidence from various mobile devices.

Digital Forensics Mobile Phone Acquisition Oxygen Forensics Theoretical Knowledge Application

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cyber Research and Analysis Wing

Post Graduate Diploma, Information Security

Pursuing a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Security, with an expected completion in 2025. Focused on advanced cyber research and analysis techniques.

National Forensic Science University

MSc, Forensic Science (Cyber Forensics)

Completed a Master of Science degree with a specialization in Cyber Forensics. Gained comprehensive knowledge in digital forensic investigations, evidence acquisition, and analysis.

Amity University, Noida

BSc, Forensic Science

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. Developed a strong foundation in forensic principles, scientific investigation methodologies, and laboratory techniques.