About
Hello, I'm Monty Shyama, a dedicated and results-oriented professional in the field of cybersecurity. I hold a B.Tech. degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the esteemed Indian Institute of Information Technology Una, Himachal Pradesh.
Throughout my academic journey, I have consistently demonstrated a passion for staying ahead of the curve and embracing new challenges. I have a proven track record of proactively identifying and mitigating threats through threat hunting and investigations, leveraging advanced network traffic analysis platforms like Awake. By converting threat intelligence into effective detection models, I have strengthened organizations defense capabilities.
Automation and efficiency have always been at the forefront of my work. I have developed code scripts and tools to automate the analysis of forensic artifacts and other Managed Network Detection and Response (MNDR) solutions. Implementing Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) Playbooks, I have streamlined incident response actions for faster resolution and improved incident management.
My expertise also extends to vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT). I have conducted comprehensive security testing for clients' web applications, identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring robust security measures.
At my previous organization, as a member of the Innovation Committee and the Ransomware Readiness Assessment Center of Excellence, I actively contributed to driving innovation and ensuring organizational readiness against ransomware threats. My commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends empowers me to deliver exceptional results in any project I undertake.
Through my portfolio website, I aim to showcase my diverse skill set and highlight notable achievements in proactive threat hunting, incident response automation, and enhancing defense capabilities.
I am eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals and organizations that prioritize innovation, cybersecurity, and transformative technology solutions. Let's connect and explore opportunities to create a secure and resilient technological landscape together.
Managed Network Detection & Response Analyst at Ava Labs - NDR Division of Arista Networks
Currently, I work as an MNDR Analyst, providing comprehensive support for Awake Labs Managed Network Detection and Response (MNDR) solution, conducting threat hunting, investigations, and developing code scripts and tools for automated analysis of forensic artifacts.
- Current Company: Arista Networks
- Total YoE: 4 years
- Degree: B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering
- Email: soc@outlook.in
- Division: Network Detection & Response
- Interests: Blue / Purple Team
- College: Indian Institute of Information Technology Una
- Country: India
Sharing knowledge and expertise is an essential aspect of my role. I take pride in providing training sessions, delivering presentations to small groups, and writing informative articles, etc. Through my role as an MNDR Analyst, I am committed to delivering exceptional results, helping our clients mitigate threats, and ensuring their continued success in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Skills
With a strong background in Computer Science and Engineering, combined with expertise in network detection, threat hunting, incident response, and automation, I possess a diverse skill set that allows me to proactively identify and mitigate threats while streamlining analysis processes.
Resume
Education
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science & Engineering
2016 - 2020
Indian Institute of Information Technology Una, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Activities & Societies: President at InfoSec Community - IIIT Una
MOOCs
- [Udemy] AWS Certified Security - Specialty - 30 CPE
- [Linkedin Learning] Certified Cloud Security Professional - 16 CPE
- [Linkedin Learning] AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate - 20 CPE
- [Antisyphon Training] Get Started in Packet Decoding - 16 CPE
- [Antisyphon Training] SOC Core Skills - 16 CPE
- [Active Countermeasures] Active Defense & Cyber Deception - 16 CPE
- [Active Countermeasures] Cyber Threat Hunting Level 1 - 6 CPE
- [TCM Security] Practical Ethical Hacking - 25 CPE
- [Udemy] The Complete Networking Fundamentals Course - 65 CPE
- [Udemy] Bug Bounty Hunting - 12 CPE
Awards
- [Oct 2022] Season’s Top Performer - Awarded for my exceptional contribution in adding SOAR capabilities.
- [May 2022] Achiever Award - Recognized for my role in driving the completion of critical research projects.
- [Feb 2022] Achiever Award - Appreciated for successfully reducing MDR BU work effort by 25 percent.
- [Sep 2021] Culture Award - Honored for my fanatic support during the MDR POC.
- [May 2021] Bonanza Award - Received for my participation in the Talent Referral Scheme.
- [Jan 2021] OKR Achiever Award - Recognized for identifying the highest number of incidents and achieving OKRs.
- [Dec 2020] Credo Award - Awarded for my exceptional performance in identifying critical security incidents.
- [Nov 2020] Spot Award - Acknowledged for quickly adapting to the SOC and delivering exceptional results within a short span of time.
Key Projects
- Detection of Phishing URLs using Machine Learning techniques [https://github.com/montyshyama/phishing-url-detection]
- Enhanced password processing scheme based on VC and OCR [https://github.com/montyshyama/visual-crypto]
- A Secure System Architecture consisting of COTS [https://github.com/montyshyama/secure-e-commerce]
Professional Experience
Managed Network Detection & Response Analyst at Ava Labs - NDR Division of Arista Networks
Dec 2022 - Present
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India [Location Type: Permanent Remote]
- As part of my role, I am responsible for conducting threat hunting and investigations using Awake's network traffic analysis platform.
- I contributed to the development of efficient detection models by researching and translating threat intelligence.
- By developing code scripts and automation tools, I automated the analysis of forensic artifacts and other MNDR solutions.
- I also supported Incident Response investigations through activities such as network log analysis, malware triage, and other investigation-related tasks.
Senior Security Analyst at SISA
Jul 2020 - Nov 2022
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India [Location Type: Remote]
- Within my role, I performed threat hunting on endpoints by correlating large data sets.
- I conducted breach and attack simulations to enhance our defense capabilities.
- To automate incident response, I implemented SOAR Playbooks for efficient response actions.
- I contributed to the development, maintenance, and implementation of high-fidelity detection rules.
- Additionally, I integrated new log sources and created Logstash parsers using grok patterns to ensure comprehensive log analysis.
- As part of my involvement in the organization, I served as a member of the Innovation Committee and participated in the Ransomware Readiness Assessment COE.
Security Analyst Intern at Ionots Technologies Pvt Ltd - Cybervie
May 2019 - Jun 2020
Hyderabad, Telangana, India [Location Type: Remote]
- Within my role, I focused on development, deployment, testing, and scaling of vulnerable OWASP labs.
- I conducted security testing on clients' web applications to ensure robust security measures.
- I meticulously reviewed and validated tool-based outcomes, eliminating false positives.
- Additionally, I generated multiple reports based on VAPT results, providing valuable insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
Tools & Technologies
Awake NDR • Wireshark • Elasticsearch • Logstash • Velociraptor • Caldera • Atomic Red Team • Shuffle SOAR • Python • Shell Scripting • Amazon Web Services • Burp Suite • Linux
Certificates Gallery
Welcome to my certificates and award gallery, a testament to my dedication, expertise, and outstanding achievements.
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Contact
I am always open to connecting with professionals in the cybersecurity industry, discussing potential collaborations, or sharing insights and knowledge.