Experience

QMI Inc - Cloud Operations Engineer

November 2024 - PRESENT

Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure to support scalable applications and services.
  • Collaborate with development teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable deployment processes.
  • Utilize BASH scripting for automation of cloud operations and maintenance tasks.
  • Conduct reverse engineering of web applications to identify vulnerabilities and improve security posture.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain optimal cloud service availability.

Burningman Org - WAN Network Engineer

August 2024 - November 2024

Designed and maintained WAN solutions to support organization connectivity needs for events and operations.
  • Configured and managed routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring seamless network performance and security.
  • Collaborated with teams to troubleshoot network issues, ensuring high availability during events.
  • Developed and documented network architecture and procedures, contributing to operational efficiency.
  • Provided training and support to team members on network best practices.

E7evation Cyber Services - Owner/Principal Consultant

March 2021 - August 2024

Built and supported cloud systems for various clients, ensuring integration between on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Planned, designed, and implemented network solutions tailored to customer requirements.
  • Developed automation scripts using Terraform to streamline deployment processes.
  • Conducted project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons to optimize resource allocation.

Nissan Motor Corporation - Global Manager Product Cyber Security Services

February 2019 - March 2021

Primary global leader for delivering Cyber Security Services throughout the entire Enterprise, focusing on Connected Car and Engineering initiatives.
  • Served as the program leader and SME for SSDLC, DevSecOps, Penetration Testing, and Vulnerability Management initiatives.
  • Acted as the service delivery architect and primary contact for all risk assessments at technical and compliance levels.
  • Collaborated with the Global CISO and CIO on strategic proposal development and financial validations for global IS/IT strategy.
  • Led multip,le data security governance committees and compliance objectives for legal and compliance divisions.

Nissan Motor Corporation - Manager, Cybersecurity Assessment Team

August 2017 - February 2019

Oversaw a team to proactively identify and mitigate risks within vehicle systems and applications.
  • Coordinated red team activities, internal training, and vendor engagements throughout all product lifecycle stages.
  • Architected end-to-end Cybersecurity validation concepts and promoted efficient testing methods via virtualization.
  • Influenced relationships with R&D and Engineering teams to enhance SDLC methodologies.
  • Trained and mentored a team of 10 Security Engineers across North America, Canada, and Mexico.

Nissan North America - Sr. Penetration Tester

July 2016 - August 2017

Developed and implemented Nissan's first vehicle penetration testing program, addressing vulnerabilities in telematics connectivity.
  • Implemented Nissan's first vehicle penetration testing program and severity matrix for embedded systems design.
  • Researched and presented a 0day telematics vulnerability, assisting with reporting and mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve complex cybersecurity issues related to cellular base stations.

Datanyze - Backend Software Engineer

June 2015 - July 2016

Enhanced SaaS product performance by re-engineering search algorithms and optimizing mobile technology analytics.
  • Re-engineered core search algorithms to enhance product performance.
  • Created a 100+ iPhone farm for mobile analytics and data collection.
  • Utilized unique iOS binary reversing methods to isolate valuable technologies.
  • Delivered extreme value insights to clients through enhanced mobile technology analytics.
  1. Talk #2: A Brief Synopsis of Cyber security research on Connected Vehicles, Hacker Village - DC0471 Meet-up 0x03 - Agenda and Talks, https://events.dc0471.org/dc0471-meetup-0x03/, 11th of May, 2019 B-Hub, Mar Ivanios Vidyanagar, Nalanchira, Trivandrum