UR

Usharani Rathod

Usharani Rathod


Threat Hunter and Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Professional Overview


Usharani Rathod is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 6 years of experience in threat hunting, security analysis, and incident response. As a Threat Hunter and SME at ColorTokens Inc., she leverages her deep technical expertise and analytical skills to proactively identify and mitigate complex cyber threats, ensuring the robust security posture of the organization.

Experience Summary



Current Role


Threat Hunter and SME, ColorTokens Inc. (2024-02-01 to Present)
  • Spearheads the threat hunting program, utilizing advanced analytics and threat intelligence to uncover and neutralize sophisticated cyber attacks

  • Serves as a subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance and technical leadership to the security team on complex security challenges

  • Collaborates cross-functionally to enhance the organization's overall security resilience and threat detection capabilities

  • Contributes to the continuous improvement of security tools, processes, and methodologies to stay ahead of evolving threat landscapes


Career Progression


Cyber Security Consultant, Eviden (2023-04-01 to 2024-02-01)
  • Provided expert-level advisory services to clients, helping them enhance their cybersecurity posture and mitigate emerging threats

  • Conducted in-depth security assessments, vulnerability analysis, and risk management programs to identify and address organizational security gaps

  • Designed and implemented tailored security solutions, including security operations, incident response, and security awareness initiatives


Information Security Analyst, Atos (2020-10-01 to 2023-03-01)
  • Performed comprehensive security monitoring, analysis, and incident response to detect, investigate, and contain cybersecurity incidents

  • Developed and maintained threat detection and correlation rules to enhance the organization's ability to identify and respond to advanced threats

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement security controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard critical assets


Information Security Analyst, Paladion (2018-03-01 to 2020-10-01)
  • Conducted security assessments, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and risk analysis, to identify and prioritize security weaknesses

  • Participated in the design and implementation of security solutions, including firewalls, IPS, and endpoint protection

  • Provided security monitoring, analysis, and incident response support to ensure the timely detection and mitigation of security incidents


Academic Background


  • Master of Science in Cybersecurity, Manipal University (2016-2018)

  • Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science, Visvesvaraya Technological University (2012-2016)


Areas of Expertise


  • Threat hunting and advanced threat detection

  • Security operations and incident response

  • Security assessments and vulnerability management

  • Security solution design and implementation

  • Cybersecurity risk management and compliance

  • Collaboration and cross-functional leadership


Professional Impact


  • Spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive threat hunting program at ColorTokens, leading to the successful identification and neutralization of several advanced persistent threats

  • Recognized as a subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance and technical leadership to the security team at ColorTokens, resulting in enhanced security posture and improved overall security resilience

  • Contributed to the design and implementation of a tailored security solution at a major financial institution while at Eviden, which led to a 30% reduction in security incidents and compliance breaches


Conclusion


Usharani Rathod is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a proven track record of success in threat hunting, security analysis, and incident response. Her deep technical expertise, analytical skills, and collaborative approach have made her an invaluable asset to the organizations she has served. As a Threat Hunter and SME at ColorTokens, Usharani continues to drive innovation and excellence in cybersecurity, ensuring the protection of critical assets and the resilience of the organization against evolving threats.