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SAI MAURYA KOVURI

Hyderabad

Summary

Highly organized and collaborative Cloud & Security Engineer with 3 years of experience in AWS, cybersecurity, networking, and IT support. Proficient in deploying secure cloud solutions, automating infrastructure, and managing vulnerabilities using Qualys and Nessus tools. Demonstrated success in enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening security posture. Certified in AWS CCP and COMPTI A+ with a strong passion for problem-solving, innovation, and continuous learning.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Systems Engineer/AWS Cloud Administrator

Techwave Australia Pty Ltd
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Proficient in Provisioning AWS resources using AWS Management Console and Command Line Interface (CLI).
  • Designed highly available, cost-effective, fault-tolerant systems using EC2 instances, Auto Scaling, and Elastic Load Balancing.
  • Skilled in Configuring EC2 Auto Scaling with Elastic Load Balancing in cross-AZ and multi-AZ for high availability and fault tolerance.
  • Performed troubleshooting and resolved EC2 instance connectivity and availability issues.
  • Created EBS volumes from snapshots.
  • Experience building S3 buckets and managing policies for S3 buckets and Glacier for storage.
  • Experience with CloudFront, Route 53, and Cloud Formation.
  • Managed users, roles, policies, and permissions in the IAM console.
  • Designed and implemented secure AWS architectures using AWS security best practices, including IAM, VPC, and security groups.
  • Configured AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, and AWS Config to monitor and detect security threats in cloud environments.
  • Implemented AWS Key Management Service (KMS) for encryption of sensitive data at rest and in transit.
  • Integrated AWS SIEM solutions with security logging and monitoring tools for real-time threat detection.
  • Implemented, maintained, and monitored alarms and notifications for AWS services using CloudWatch and SNS.
  • Expertise in configuring VPNs in AWS cloud by provisioning Virtual Private Cloud, Public and Private subnets, and NACL's Route tables.
  • Designed and implemented highly available and scalable database architectures on AWS RDS.
  • Used SQL to retrieve and analyze data for security monitoring and reporting.
  • Performed basic queries to extract relevant information from databases.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting database-related security issues.
  • Led cloud migration projects, moving on-premises applications to AWS, resulting in a 25% cost reduction and improved system reliability.
  • Recognized for delivering scalable and efficient solutions while maintaining high availability and fault tolerance.
  • Managed day-to-day activity of cloud environment, supporting development team with their requirements.
  • Configured end-point agent software and maintained networking hardware and accounts.
  • Provided tech support for clients and end-users using the Jira and Freshdesk ticketing tools.
  • Tools used on daily basis included Symantec Endpoint Protection, TrendMicro Antivirus, and Sophos to mitigate the level of risk.
  • Conducted training and support sessions for remote users on the organization's servers.
  • Designed new protocols as a step-by-step process for administration and maintenance procedures.

Vulnerability Analyst/IT Support Engineer

Security In Depth
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Investigated e-mails and suspicious items using Digital/Open-Source investigation methods.
  • Conducted regular vulnerability scans using tools like Qualys and Tenable Nessus.
  • Analyzed scan results to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security weaknesses in networks, servers, and applications.
  • Validated scan results to eliminate false positives and prioritize remediation efforts based on risk severity.
  • Assessed vulnerabilities based on CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System) scores, exploitability, and business impact.
  • Collaborated with IT teams to ensure timely patching and mitigation of critical vulnerabilities.
  • Mapped vulnerabilities to known exploits using MITRE ATTACK, CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities) Catalog.
  • Researched and tracked zero-day vulnerabilities and worked on emergency response plans.
  • Meeting the ISO 27001, and 9001 requirements for audit purposes.
  • Assisted in security audits and compliance reporting by providing vulnerability data and remediation status.
  • Automated vulnerability scanning schedules and reporting using SIEM integrations.
  • Developed and maintained a vulnerability management dashboard to track remediation progress.
  • Documented vulnerability management workflows and best practices to enhance security operations efficiency.
  • Identified vulnerabilities that apply to specific network components; ensure that network components and applications operate effectively and provide appropriate confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA).
  • Utilized networking tools to analyze wireless traffic to identify potential threats
  • Communicated with supervisors to deploy protocols to handle critical threats.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails, and faxes daily from customers.
  • Handled security device management and monitored multiple SIEM platforms.
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of cyber-attacks, threat vectors, and risk management strategies.
  • Prepared detailed reports, dashboards, and documentation for security incidents and compliance.
  • Coordinated with vendors to manage security solutions and services.
  • Maintained a high level of communication and leadership in high-pressure situations.

IT Support Engineer

Piersoft Technologies
05.2018 - 12.2018
  • Provided first-level support to technical and software-related issues on the Jira Service Desk
  • Followed procedures and protocols set by the organization for basic support
  • Escalated issues to supervisors and provided a breakdown of conducted support.

Education

Master of Networking (Major in Cybersecurity) -

Melbourne Institute of Technology
Sydney, Australia
11.2020

Bachelor of Information Technology -

Sreenidhi Institute of Science And Technology
Hyderabad, India
05.2018

Skills

    AWS:

    EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM
    Cloud Watch
    Route 53
    Security Hub/WAF
    SNS/SQS

    Cybersecurity:

    Vulnerability Management
    MITRE ATT&CK/CVE/KEV
    Threat Intelligence/Incident Response
    IDS/IPS
    ISO 27001
    Risk Assessment
    Endpoint Security
    DLP (Data Loss Prevention)

    Networking:

    TCP/IP

    DNS, DHCP

    VPN/Firewall

    Load Balancing

    Subnets

    Routing/Switching

    IPv4/IPv6

    IT Support:

    Compti A

    Microsoft 365
    Troubleshooting
    Jira/Freshdesk
    Active Directory
    Asset Management
    Endpoint Protection
    Google Workspace
    Hardware Support

    Soft Skills:

    Analytical Thinking

    Decision-Making

    Teamwork and Collaboration

    Presentation and Documentation

    Leadership

    Client Relations and Customer service

    Continuous Learning

Certification

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – 08/2022
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Cloud Concepts - 2022
  • CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001) - 2021
  • ANZ virtual experience program participant - 2021

Accomplishments

  • Designed Wireless Networks (Academic Project), MIT 2019
  • Built real-time testbed system using Wireless Sensor Networks for effective water utilization (Capstone Project), MIT 2020
  • IEEE Core Member (student body), SNIST University, 2014 – 2018
  • NSS Volunteer, SNIST University, 2014 – 2018

Timeline

Systems Engineer/AWS Cloud Administrator

Techwave Australia Pty Ltd
10.2021 - 05.2023

Vulnerability Analyst/IT Support Engineer

Security In Depth
01.2021 - 07.2021

IT Support Engineer

Piersoft Technologies
05.2018 - 12.2018

Master of Networking (Major in Cybersecurity) -

Melbourne Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Information Technology -

Sreenidhi Institute of Science And Technology

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