Harsimran Sidhu

Harsimran Sidhu

Resourceful and analytical cybersecurity analyst with a robust IT background. Proficient in cloud safety, automation, and both offensive and defensive security. Strong communicator, persistent problem solver, and an optimistic team player.

Experience

Security Operations Center Analyst

Columba System Inc, Remote
Nov 2022 - Present

  • Monitoring endpoint activities with Cortex XDR to identify potential threats.
  • Implementing Splunk rules and alerts for advanced threat detection.
  • Managing and resolving tickets with Jira for efficient issue tracking.
  • Escalating critical issues to the IT team for rapid response.
  • Automating compliance checks and URL verifications with custom scripts.
  • Analyzing email headers and login patterns to prevent attacks.

Cyber Security Analyst

SecureOps, Remote
Oct 2021 – Nov 2022

  • Investigating alerts from Microsoft 365 Defender and managing incident escalation.
  • Maintaining clear communication with team members using Microsoft Teams.
  • Daily use of Splunk, Azure Sentinel, and AWS Sandbox within service agreements.
  • Employing Kusto Query Language (KQL) for data filtering during investigations.
  • Packet analysis with Wireshark and familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks.

Information Technology Specialist

Telecom Metrics Inc, Kingston, Ontario
Jan 2021 – Aug 2021

  • Leading IT security projects for infrastructure development and server maintenance.
  • Providing top-tier customer support and remote troubleshooting.
  • Implementing high availability solutions and automating tasks with Python.

Skills

  • Problem Solving: Exceptional at diagnosing and resolving complex issues.
  • Teamwork: Collaborative mindset with a history of positive team interactions.
  • Time Management: Efficiently prioritizes tasks to meet and exceed deadlines.
  • Curiosity: Avid learner, constantly acquiring new technical skills.

Technical Skills:

  • Programming: C++, Python
  • Scripting: Shell, Bash
  • Version Control: Proficient with GitHub

Education

Cyber Security University of Toronto CE, Toronto, ON
Jan 2020 – Aug 2020
Studies focused on cybersecurity strategies and digital information protection.

Bachelor of Engineering in Technology Cape Breton University, Sydney, NS
Sept 2017 – Apr 2019
Emphasis on engineering principles and technological system management.

Electromechanical Engineering – Advanced Diploma Humber College, Toronto, ON
Sept 2013 – Apr 2016
Combination of practical technical skills and electromechanical theory.