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My Background

Personal Profile

Experienced CYSA+, CCFE Certified security professional specializing in incident investigations, and mitigation. Proven ability to lead complex security incident investigations, analyse and interpret data to evaluate breaches, and communicate technical findings effectively to senior-level audiences. Proficient in conducting investigations and providing comprehensive solutions to restore trust and protect client assets.

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With Multi Tools experience:

EDR/MDR     : - Sentinel One(MDR), Qualys EDR, MDFE, Carbon Black
XDR              : - Bit Defender, CrowdStrike (Falcon).

CDR              : -  Obsidian

SIEM              : -  Microsoft Sentinel (IR Purposes)
Log Analysis  : - Chainsaw, Hayabusa, LogParser, EvtxECmd.
DFIR              : - Velociraptor, Redline, FTK Imager, Cyber triage, OS Forensics, Magnet Axiom,

Memory Analysis   :- Volatility 3, WinPmem, MemProc5

File Recovery  :- Photorec                                                                                             

Eric Zimmerman :-  Kape, AmcacheParser, ShimCache parser, JLECmd, LECmd, SBECmd, Registry Explorer (All tools)

TimeLine creation  :- MFTECmd, Log2Timeline (Plaso)

MS365 Analysis  :- Microsoft extractor suite, Analyzer suite

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Download Resume

Medium Link:

Quick Guides (Created by me)

Intrusion detection Cheat sheet 

Incident Handling Checklist

FTK Imager Based Imaging

Windows Artifact Analysis

Post-Attack Remediation Steps

for Windows, Linux, Mac:

Linux IR Cheatsheet

Common (Win) Artifact Paths

Important Registry Collection

Lateral Movement Analysis

USB Forensic

Email Analysis

Incident response/analysis script created by me

Threat Intelliegnce for Ransomware DLSs

MAC IR Cheatsheet

Curriculum Certifications

Professional Credentials

                 Professional Endorsement

Peter Vu

(Retired) FBI Supervisory Special Agent

I highly recommend Akash for his exceptional motivation, initiative, and creativity in cybersecurity. Even in a short time working together, Akash demonstrated a strong passion for the field, regularly publishing insightful articles on cybersecurity and incident response. His drive to continuously improve, optimize processes, and deliver impactful results set him apart. Akash is a valuable asset to any team, and I have no doubt he will continue to excel in his career.

Education

2017-2020

Guru Nanak dev university, Amritsar

Degree:- Bachelor of Computer Application. 

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Went through Multiple courses
Like C, C++, Python, DBMS, JAVA, and Information technology, Digital electronics, Operatingsystem, Computer networks, Data structure, Web Technologies

05/2024 - Present

Company Name:

Ankura Consulting Group 

Designation :- Cybersecurity Incident response, Associate

  • Led complex security incident investigations.

  • Analyzed data to evaluate breaches and information exfiltration.

  • Conducted Incident Response procedure on Affected clients

  • Communicated findings and recommendations to senior clients.

  • Managed BEC incident responses and performed root cause analysis.

  • Drafted comprehensive incident reports with remediation steps.

05/2021 -09/2022

Designation :- Cyber - Operation Executive

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  • Monitored security alerts, conducted log analysis.

  • Collaborated with senior cybersecurity professionals.

  • Documented security incidents

  • Ensured effective cybersecurity operations.

  • Stayed updated on latest threats.

  • Actively handled security events, security awareness.

Company Name:

Infosys Ltd

09/2022 - 05/2024

Company Name:

ConnectWise

Designation :- Cyber Security Analyst L2

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  • Guided clients through incident response.

  • Advised clients on security strategies.

  • Handled various cybersecurity threats.

  • Assisted in addressing findings from scans and tests.

  • Managed event sets for threat resolution.

  • Monitored systems for breaches and activity.

Get in Touch

Get In Touch

Email:- akashpatel1786@gmail.com

Phone no:- +918360114439

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