NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

I am a cybersecurity professional specializing in building scalable, business-aligned security solutions that not only protect assets but also drive operational efficiency and compliance. My expertise spans SOC operations, vulnerability management, insider threat detection, network security, and security architecture, where I focus on integrating innovative technologies with strategic security planning.

One of my most impactful initiatives was leading the integration of an AI-powered risk-based vulnerability management system. Instead of relying on traditional CVSS scores, I customized a TensorFlow-based model, integrating real-time threat intelligence from multiple sources such as Nessus, Qualys, and MITRE ATT&CK. This resulted in a 50% reduction in false positives, a 60% improvement in remediation cycles, and $2.5 million in annual savings by preventing high-risk vulnerabilities from being exploited.

To strengthen insider threat detection, I deployed and customized Splunk’s UBA framework with tailored behavioral baselines. I developed custom machine-learning models that detected deviations from normal employee activity, flagging high-risk access attempts, unauthorized data movements, and privilege escalations before they became security incidents. This initiative resulted in 100% mitigation of insider threats before escalation, improved employee risk visibility, and a 45% reduction in false positives within security alerts. Recognizing gaps in incident response planning, I developed a dynamic incident response framework incorporating automated playbooks using SOAR platforms like Splunk Phantom and Cortex XSOAR. This transformed incident response from a manual, reactive process into a semi-automated system, cutting down response times by 50%.

Additionally, I built NIST and ISO 27001-aligned System Security Plans (SSPs) that scaled compliance across multiple business units, reducing audit preparation time by 30% and ensuring 100% adherence to security frameworks.

Beyond my organizational contributions, I have published 10+ research papers on AI in cybersecurity and proactive defense strategies. I attended to various industry events and webinars, I also mentor cybersecurity professionals, contributing to workforce development and a stronger