Sri Sumanth Kommineni

+44‑7552739958 | srisumanthkommineni@gmail.com | sumanthkommineni.com Belfast, UK (Willing To Relocate)

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Holding an MSc in Applied Cybersecurity from Queen's University Belfast, with practical experience in incident handling, vulnerability assessment, and utilizing SIEM systems and vulnerability management tools. My research and publications have focused on key areas like Insider Threats, Intrusion Detection, and Network Security. Alongside my technical expertise, I honed leadership and project management skills in my role as an Assistant Manager. With a valid Right to Work, I'm eager to contribute to strengthening cybersecurity defences and supporting the company’s mission.

EDUCATION

MSc Applied Cybersecurity, 2:1| Queen's University Belfast, UK – Belfast (09/2022 - 09/2023)

· Modules: Network Security, Data Privacy & Law, Fundamentals of Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Software Assurance, Digital Forensics, Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing.

· Dissertation: Developed Novel lightweight and Secure Facial Recognition System utilising Double Salted Data Hashing (DSDH).

B. Tech in ECSE, 1st | Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation – India (07/2017 - 05/2021)

· Modules: Computer Networks & Security, Computer Forensics, Intrusion Detection Systems, and Ethical Hacking and Web Security.

· Major Project: Developed Insider Data Theft Detection and Monitoring System using a hybrid model that combines directory monitoring and hash value verification and its publication:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3045-4_14.

WORK HISTORY

Cyber Security Intern, Virtually Testing Foundation – Virtual (01/2021 - 12/2021)

· Accountable for Incident Handling and Response, managing security events from detection through resolution, ensuring prompt and effective threat mitigation.

· Gained proficiency in Security Information Event Management (SIEM) systems, from analysing logs and alerts to identifying and responding to potential security incidents.

· Leveraged Vulnerability Management tools, including Nessus, OpenVAS, and Nikto, to identify, assess, and remediate security vulnerabilities, ensuring a strong defensive posture.

· Contributed to Threat Intelligence efforts by researching and sharing relevant threat data, enhancing the organization's awareness and preparedness against emerging threats.

· Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender and Sentinel, deploying and managing security configurations, monitoring threat signals, and responding to incidents to safeguard against advanced threats.

· Conducted research on security process improvements, focusing on optimizing incident response procedures and enhancing overall security posture.

Convenience & Off Sales Assistant Manager, Wineflair (Belfast) Limited (07/2023 – Current)

· Spearheaded sales initiatives that boosted annual revenue by 14% through targeted marketing, demonstrating effective leadership and strategic thinking.

· Coordinated recruitment, interview, hiring and training of 5+ sales assistants, in developing passionate, dedicated teams.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

· Tools & Software: Nmap, Burp Suite, Zap, Wireshark, Maltego, Metasploit, Splunk, Nessus, Nikto, VMware, Visual Studio, Parallels, Snort, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Sentinel & GitHub.

· Operating Systems: Windows, Linux/Unix (Various Distributions), MacOS

· Scripting & Programming: Python, JavaScript, C, SQL, Bash/Shell.

· Troubleshooting, Problem Solving & Root cause Analysis.

· Software Development Lifecycle Understanding.

· Soft Skills: Analytical problem solving, Team Player, Self-motivated, Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Adaptability, Time Management, Leadership

CERTIFICATIONS

· NCSC-Certified degree (MSc Applied Cybersecurity)

· Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v10), EC-Council, ECC8417235960

HOBBIES & INTERESTS

· Identified and reported vulnerabilities in over 5 websites, leading to critical security enhancements. Additionally, exposed more than 10 phishing websites to ActionUK and Cybercrime India, demonstrating proactive vigilance and commitment to cybersecurity.

· Participated in the Null Conference HUMLA event focused on DevSecOps.

· Gadgets (Hak5), Geopolitics and Cooking.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

· Elected Vice President of our student body, representing over 700 students. Organized and coordinated 4+ major events and volunteered in 8+ initiatives, including TedxKLU, Hackathon, and SAMYAK 2019-20.

· Volunteered with the National Social Service (NSS) in India.