Om Shewale
omrajeshewale5@[Link] • +91 9284302798 • Pune, India
[Link]/in/omshewale007
Profile
Experienced cybersecurity analyst and penetration tester with expertise in security testing, network
architecture, and operating systems. A collaborative team player resolving vulnerabilities for digital
assets. Also active in stock and cryptocurrency trading.
Education
Computer Engineering with Honors in Cybersecurity
Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Engineering, Management and Research, Akurdi
MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management
Savitribai Phule University
Work Experience
Security Analyst
Uniken India Pvt Ltd, Pune 07/2024 - 01/2025
• Conducting advanced penetration tests on web applications, APIs, and servers, uncovering vulnera-
bilities and strengthening security layers.
• Implementing black-box testing on mobile applications, analyzing APKs for hidden threats, and en-
suring secure coding practices.
• Utilizing both Linux-based and hardware tools for network penetration testing, achieving deeper in-
sights into infrastructure vulnerabilities.
• Preparing detailed security assessment reports, presenting findings to stakeholders, and recommending
actionable strategies for improvement.
• Evaluated and fine-tuned SIEM/SOAR systems to enhance threat detection and incident response
capabilities.
• Developed automation scripts and playbooks using Python to streamline response workflows and
reduce manual effort.
• Maintained SIEM/SOAR platform performance through regular updates, patching, and system mon-
itoring.
• Collaborated with IR and SOC teams during incidents, contributing to rapid and effective remediation
strategies.
• Documented use cases, detection rules, and response playbooks to support compliance and continuous
improvement.
Cybersecurity Analyst and Trainer
IQSPL Pvt Ltd, Pune 04/2024 - 07/2024
• Conducted in-depth penetration testing on client websites and applications, identifying security gaps
and recommending remediation strategies.
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• Monitored real-time network traffic for anomalies, providing actionable insights to improve system
defenses.
• Developed and delivered technical presentations for new clients, showcasing the company’s cybersecu-
rity capabilities.
• Led training sessions for interns, focusing on hands-on practical skills in penetration testing, security
audits, and threat detection.
• Led hands-on training on SIEM tools, emphasizing alert triage, correlation, and response procedures.
• Monitored network events using SIEM tools like Splunk and Sentinel, identifying false positives and
actionable threats.
• Delivered client presentations on automated detection and response solutions using SOAR playbooks.
• Guided interns through real-world use cases involving phishing, malware analysis, and API abuse
monitoring.
Team Lead Cybersecurity
CC Arc Incorporation, Mumbai 02/2023 - 03/2024
• Directed end-to-end cybersecurity projects, ensuring all deliverables met stringent timelines and budget
constraints.
• Mentored a team of cybersecurity professionals, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing
team expertise through knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Developed training modules to educate employees on evolving cyber threats and reinforce best practices
in data protection.
• Collaborated with clients to tailor security solutions, ensuring their infrastructure and applications
were resilient to potential threats.
• Oversaw SIEM content management and lifecycle updates, ensuring high availability and detection
efficacy.
• Developed correlation rules and detection logic tailored to organization-specific attack patterns.
• Worked with SOC and IR teams to align response strategies with SIEM alerting and SOAR workflows.
• Created dashboard visualizations and incident KPIs to support SOC performance metrics and report-
ing.
Cybersecurity Engineer
VDOAS Biologicals, Pune 02/2022 - 02/2023
• Designed and implemented a comprehensive cybersecurity framework tailored to the organization’s
critical research requirements.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities in existing systems and develop
mitigation strategies.
• Conducted security assessments, including risk analysis and compliance audits, to align with industry
standards and regulations.
• Deployed advanced access control mechanisms, enhancing system security and ensuring minimal down-
time during implementation.
• Deployed and managed SIEM rules and security use cases to support research infrastructure protection.
• Performed threat hunting and log analysis using tools like Splunk and Elastic Stack.
• Integrated log sources and fine-tuned parsing to support high-fidelity alerts and reduce noise.
• Conducted periodic audits and ensured platform security and compliance with industry standards.
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Skills
• Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking, Python, Postman
• Network Security, Networking, Information Security, Mobile Testing and Pentesting, API pentesting
• Operating Systems, Scripting, Machine Learning, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Selenium, JAVA, Salesforce
• Blockchain, Data Mining, Cryptography
• Cryptocurrency, Stock Exchange, CI/CD, Agile, Artificial Intelligence, QA automation, JIRA
Personal Projects
• DOS Script: Created a Python-based denial-of-service attack script.
• AI Portraiture: Developed AI-powered tools for creating human-like portraits using machine learning
and NLP.
• Crypto Chain Watch: Monitored and analyzed cryptocurrency transactions and blockchain activi-
ties.
• A Dark Web OSINT Tool: Built a dark web scraper integrated with breached database monitoring
for credentials and data breaches.
• Aimbot for Gaming: Designed a functional aimbot for video games.
• Python-based Keylogger: Developed a Python keylogger that stores keystrokes on a server.
• Network Intrusion Detection System: Built a tool to detect network anomalies using datasets.
Certifications
• Advanced Kali Linux
• Cryptography 1
• Google Cybersecurity
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Web Application Penetration Testing (WAPT)
• Comptia Security+ (Plus)