Cybersecurity Professional

Nagasai Deepak Matta

Germantown, MD • *************@*****.*** • 662-***-**** • LinkedIn

EDUCATION

MS, Cybersecurity and Operations, Mississippi State University Aug 2022 - Aug 2024 BTech, Computer Science and Engineering, TKR College of Engineering and Technology Aug 2017 – Jun 2021 EXPERIENCE

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Mississippi State University – Starkville, Mississippi Aug 2023 - May 2024

● Responsibilities include teaching courses like Information Security and Intro to Programming in Python.

● Assisted students with labs, conducted tutoring sessions, and graded assignments and lab work. Machine Learning Intern, The Sparks Foundation - Remote Dec 2020 – Jan 2021

● Developed a Decision Tree Classifier using Python to classify the Iris dataset, utilizing libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.

● Implemented dataset splitting, prediction, and visualization of decision trees using scikit-learn.

● Gained an understanding of key Machine Learning concepts, focusing on decision tree algorithms for classification problems SKILLS

Programming Languages: Python, SQL Operating Systems: Linux, Windows Frameworks and Regulations: MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, NIST RMF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR, HIPAA Concepts: Cybersecurity, Log Analysis, Data Privacy, Incident Response, Information Security, Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Investigation and Analysis, Network Security, Risk Assessment, Incident ManagementNetwork Traffic Analysis, OSI, TCP/IP Models, Security Policy Development, Vulnerability Assessment, Endpoint Detection and Response, Scripting Tools: SIEM tools, SNORT, Tenable Nessus, Wireshark, Active Directory, OpenVAS, Microsoft 365 Soft Skills: Strong Oral and Written Communication, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Analytical Skills, Ability to work independently and in a team environment, Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks, Dedicated, Good judgment and decision-making, Strong problem-solving skills, Leadership and mentorship PROJECTS

Detection and analysis of low-rate attacks using network traffic analysis

● Developed a Python-based tool using Wireshark and Scapy to detect low-rate DoS and SYN flood attacks by analyzing network traffic from pcap files.

● Monitored and filtered malicious traffic patterns such as slow HTTP reads, SYN floods, and high initial round-trip times

(RTT) to identify and mitigate threats.

● Conducted in-depth analysis of network traffic deviations, utilizing statistical methods to detect slow-rate attacks and sudden traffic changes.

Commonwealth Bank Introduction to Cybersecurity Job Simulation on Forage

● Created intelligence reports to enhance threat detection and support proactive defense strategies.

● Generated detailed suspect profiles using OSINT techniques for cybercrime investigations.

● Built Splunk dashboards to analyze historical data, uncover patterns, and aid in fraud detection.

● Responded to cybersecurity incidents by notifying teams, containing attacks, and supporting recovery efforts.

● Designed infographics on secure password management based on Australian Cybersecurity Centre guidelines. Datacom Cybersecurity Job Simulation on Forage

● Completed a simulation focussed on how Datacom's cybersecurity team helps protect its clients

● Investigated a cyberattack and produced a comprehensive report documenting findings and outlining key recommendations to improve a client's cybersecurity posture

● Conducted a comprehensive risk assessment

AIG - Shields Up: Cybersecurity Job Simulation

● Completed a cybersecurity threat analysis simulation for the Cyber Defense Unit, staying updated on CISA publications.

● Researched and understood reported vulnerabilities, showcasing analytical skills in cybersecurity.

● Drafted a clear and concise email to guide teams on vulnerability remediation.

● Utilized Python skills to write a script for ethical hacking, avoiding ransom payments by brute forcing decryption keys. JPMorgan Chase & Co. - Cybersecurity Job Simulation program on Forage

● Analyzed a large dataset of fraud in financial payment services.

● Learnt about application security fundamentals and used it on the website provided.

● Built an email classifier to filter out spam emails. Mastercard Cybersecurity virtual experience program on Forage

● Completed a job simulation where I served as an analyst on Mastercard’s Security Awareness Team

● Helped identify and report security threats such as phishing

● Analyzed and identified which areas of the business needed more robust security training and implemented training courses and procedures for those teams

CERTIFICATIONS

● Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Jul 2024

● TryHackMe SOC Level 1, Sept 2024

● CompTIA Security+, In progress, currently working on it.

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