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Sowmya Kalidas

@sowmyakalidas

SOC Analyst at Cybersecurity Nxxt Pvt Ltd monitoring threats with Microsoft Sentinel, Darktrace, and Securonix.

At Cybersecurity Nxxt Pvt Ltd, I monitor and investigate security events using Microsoft Sentinel, Darktrace, and Securonix. I respond to potential threats, investigate malware and phishing, and coordinate vulnerability remediation.

At Mphasis, I used SIEM platforms to monitor events and investigate suspicious activity. I also tested web applications against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and tuned correlation rules to reduce false positives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

SOC Analyst

Current

Cybersecurity Nxxt Pvt Ltd

Jun 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Monitor and analyze security events using Microsoft Sentinel, Darktrace, and Securonix, performing incident triage, investigation, and response. Conduct incident response, malware analysis, threat hunting, and vulnerability management.

Microsoft Sentinel Darktrace Securonix Incident Response Malware Analysis Threat Hunting Vulnerability Management OSINT Threat Intelligence SOP Development

SOC Analyst

Mphasis

Mar 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Proficient in SIEM platforms including Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, Securonix, and Darktrace for continuous security monitoring, event correlation, and threat detection. Performed security event monitoring, incident response, and security investigations.

Microsoft Sentinel IBM QRadar Securonix Darktrace SIEM Incident Response Security Investigations OWASP Top 10 Email Header Analysis Wireshark Forensic Analysis SIEM Tuning

Network Trainer

Prompt Infotech Pvt Ltd

Jul 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Delivered Cisco networking and cybersecurity training to 1,000+ students and 200+ network professionals, covering network fundamentals, routing & switching, security protocols, and hands-on practical labs. Conducted interactive lab sessions and real-world security simulations.

Cisco Networking Routing Switching Security Protocols Firewalls IDS IPS Palo Alto Firewalls ThreatConnect Maltego Threat Intelligence Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Global Certification

CYSA+, Cybersecurity

Currently pursuing the CYSA+ certification to further enhance cybersecurity skills.

Dr. SNS Rajalakshmi College of Arts and Science

Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology

2017 - 2020

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology, gaining foundational knowledge in computing and technology.

Microsoft

SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst, Security Operations

Earned the SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification, demonstrating expertise in security operations.

Training Institute

CCNA, MCSE, Linux, CEH, Networking and Security

Completed certifications in CCNA (Routing and Switching), MCSE (Windows and Server Administration), Linux (System and Server Administration), and CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker).