Open to opportunities

Vikum Vageesha

@vikumvageesha

Message

Cybersecurity Analyst with expertise in incident response and malware analysis.

Sri Lanka

Message

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my cybersecurity skills and offers growth opportunities.

I am an inventive Cybersecurity Analyst with strong technical skills and hands-on experience in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity. My specialization lies in incident response, malware analysis, and Linux systems. I am skilled in conducting vulnerability assessments and addressing security gaps, ensuring organizations maintain a robust security posture.

Throughout my career, I have worked with various teams to enhance cybersecurity services, fostering collaborative efforts to improve overall security. My key contributions include leading incident response efforts, managing phishing threats, and implementing effective security measures that safeguard sensitive information. I am proficient in using Sentinel and KQL for security analytics, which has allowed me to enhance malware analysis and combat social engineering attacks effectively.

With a Master’s degree in Computer Science and multiple certifications, I am committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends. I thrive in environments that challenge my skills and allow me to contribute to the security and integrity of organizational data.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Engineer-IT

Virtusa Pvt. Ltd

Mar 2022 - Sep 2022 (6 months)

Conducted investigations into security events, ensuring accurate identification and preservation of evidence. Responded to notifications from monitoring systems, addressing potentially harmful events within service level agreements. Collaborated with teams to enhance CSOC services and communicated effectively with internal teams.

Incident Response Malware Analysis Vulnerability Assessment Security Operations Data Loss Prevention Linux Systems Threat Intelligence

Junior Information Security Analyst

Financial Sector Computer Security Incident Response Team

May 2021 - Dec 2021 (7 months)

Established and implemented a malware analysis plan, leading incident response strategies for 23 financial institutions. Conducted security assessments on financial applications to fortify defenses against vulnerabilities.

Malware Analysis Incident Response Threat Intelligence Vulnerability Management Security Operations

Security Operations Centre Analyst (L1 Analyst)

SecurMatic Private Limited

Jan 2020 - Feb 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Implemented SIEM monitoring solutions, conducted vulnerability assessments, and oversaw log analysis to respond promptly to security incidents. Developed automation scripts to improve efficiency in security processes.

SIEM Vulnerability Assessment Incident Management Scripting Log Analysis Network Security ELK Stack Threat Detection Automation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

York St John University

Master of Science, Computer Science

2021 - 2023

Completed a Master of Science in Computer Science with key modules including Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Internet of Things. The dissertation focused on a Threat Detection System utilizing ELK Stack, Snort, and AlienVault OSSIM.

University of Plymouth

Bachelor of Science with Honours, Computer Security

2017 - 2020

Earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Security, covering topics such as CISCO simulations, forensic analysis, IDS/IP implementations, and system analysis for supply chain management systems.