Piyush Nikam
Dublin,Dublin
Summary
Cybersecurity Professional with over 3 years of experience in cloud security, infrastructure protection, and security architecture. Expertise in conducting risk assessments, developing security standards, and integrating security measures throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Skilled in designing security architectures, managing identity and access solutions, and employing various security protocols. Proficient in using diagramming tools and documentation platforms to create and communicate complex security strategies. Adept at enhancing organizational security through strategic planning, technical execution, and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
Fantail Consulting & Technologies LLC
Pune
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Conducted risk assessments and threat modeling for AWS infrastructures, identifying potential security gaps and developing mitigation strategies, resulting in a 30% improvement in security posture
- Performed security reviews of application architectures, documenting findings and proposing remediation with research, leading to a 25% reduction in security incidents
- Designed and documented technical security standards and reusable reference architectures, aligning with industry best practices and organizational policies
- Implemented identity management using Keycloak and AWS Cognito, integrating SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect to enhance authentication and access control
- Strengthened security controls for cloud landing zones and services, contributing to a 20% reduction in vulnerabilities
- Utilized Lucidchart for security architecture diagrams and Confluence for documenting new security approaches and project-specific strategies
- Coordinated with Developer, Salesforce, Drupal, and Open edX teams to enforce security standards and harden controls
- Enhanced security integration into the development lifecycle, advising on secure coding practices, leading to a 30% improvement in deployment security.
Infrastructure Engineer
Fantail Consulting & Technologies LLC
Pune, India
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Integrated security measures into CI/CD pipelines using Docker and Git, reducing vulnerabilities in build processes by 25% and improving overall security
- Developed scalable AWS solutions and real-time monitoring systems, enhancing threat detection and response, leading to a 20% improvement in infrastructure security posture
- Managed disaster recovery strategies, including regular backups and failover planning, ensuring a 30% reduction in downtime during recovery scenarios
- Utilized scripting and automation tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Bash, and Python for custom security scripts, which streamlined infrastructure management tasks and improved deployment efficiency by 40%
- Analyzed and optimized cloud infrastructure performance, implementing cost-effective solutions that resulted in a 25% reduction in operational costs and improved system performance
- Actively participated in incident response activities, diagnosing and addressing infrastructure-related security incidents, reducing response times and mitigating impact by 35%.
Part-Time Security Officer
MCR
Dublin
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted security operations including access control, patrols, and loss prevention, supporting comprehensive security measures, supporting a holistic security approach that complements digital security efforts
- Managed loss prevention and incident responses at retail sites, reducing theft and enhancing asset protection
- Performed patrols and enforced security protocols at university campuses, ensuring a secure environment for students and staff.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
National College of Ireland
Dublin 09.2022 - 09.2023
PG Diploma - IT Infrastructure, Systems, and Security
CDAC
PuneBE - Computer Science
Sinhgad College of Engineering
PuneSkills
Networking: Firewall, VPN, TCP/IP, OSI, Ports, DNS, DHCP
Operating System: Ubuntu, Kali, Fedora, CentOS, Windows
AWS Services: EC2, S3, VPC, CloudFront, Route 53, CloudWatch, SNS, SES, Cognito, IAM, RDS, Guard Duty, Inspector, CloudTrail, Code Deploy
DevOps: Docker, Bitbucket, GitHub, Git
Scripting Languages: Python, BashProfessional Development
- Zero-Day CTF Competitions (Ireland): Actively engaged in Zero-Day CTF competitions during 2023 and 2024, tackling advanced and real-world Cybersecurity challenges, enhancing practical skills in threat analysis, vulnerability exploitation, and incident response.
- OSCP & AWS Security Specialist Preparation: Actively preparing for Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and AWS Security Specialist certifications, with plans to complete exams in the next 2 months.
- Active Machine Solving: Regularly solving machines on OffSec Proving Grounds play and practice to enhance penetration testing skills.
Certification
- AWS Solutions Architect - Associate
- AWS SysOps Administrator - Associate
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Timeline
Part-Time Security Officer
MCR
12.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Cybersecurity
National College of Ireland
09.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
Fantail Consulting & Technologies LLC
11.2020 - 07.2022
Infrastructure Engineer
Fantail Consulting & Technologies LLC
11.2019 - 11.2020
- AWS Solutions Architect - Associate
- AWS SysOps Administrator - Associate
- AWS Cloud Practitioner
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
PG Diploma - IT Infrastructure, Systems, and Security
CDAC
BE - Computer Science
Sinhgad College of Engineering
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