Amit Kumar Sahu
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SOC Analyst | Microsoft Sentinel | Defender | Splunk | Incident Response
  • •Cybersecurity Analyst with hands-on experience in Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, and Splunk, with proven ability to manage critical security incidents and collaborate across teams.

  • •Skilled in threat detection, alert triage, KQL-based investigation, and incident response in real-time 24/7 environments.

  • •Recognized for supporting multiple projects and successfully handling critical cases under pressure. Efficient in cross-functional communication, with a solution-oriented mindset during client engagements and internal coordination.

  • •Certified in SC-200 and SC-900, and awarded Best Transformed Personality during training at LTIMindtree for professional and personal growth.
Professional Experience

Cybersecurity Consultant (SOC Analyst)

LTIMindtree Ltd.
09/2023 | Bangluru
  • •Work in a 24/7 rotational shift, monitoring and analyzing real-time security alerts across multiple projects.
  • •Hands-on use of Microsoft Sentinel and Splunk for log correlation, threat detection, and alert validation.
  • •Investigate suspicious activity using KQL, document findings, and develop runbooks and SOPs aligned to MITRE ATT&CK.
  • •Managed and resolved critical client-side security incidents, working closely with global teams and gaining appreciation for clear communication and resolution.
  • •Collaborated with cross-functional teams in solution-oriented discussions to fine-tune alerts, improve detection quality, and close incident gaps.

    • Highlights:

  • •Developed runbooks for alerts such as Office 365 SharePoint data exfiltration, Ukraine-specific threat alerts, and suspicious web server activity.
  • •Successfully led investigations that involved endpoint logs, and PowerShell activity by service accounts.
  • •Appreciated for proactive handling of critical escalations and bringing clarity to false positives and true positives in complex scenarios.
    • Skills
    SIEM & Security Tools:

    Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Splunk

    Investigation & Analysis:

    KQL, MITRE ATT&CK Mapping, Email/Network Security, Log Review, Threat Intel Enrichment

    Programming & Development:

    Java, React, HTML, CSS, PowerShell

    Soft Skills:

    Critical Thinking, Cross-Team Collaboration, Solution-Oriented Communication

    Certificates
    Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)
    Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)
    Languages
    English

    – Professional Proficiency

    Hindi

    – Native

    Education

    B.Sc Computer Application(Voc. Hons.)

    St. Xavier's College,Ranchi
    2020 – 2023 | Ranchi, India

    CGPA : 8.59

    Intermediate

    St. Xavier's College Intermediate Section
    2018 – 2020 | Ranchi, India

    Marks:85.2%

    Tools
    Service Now
    Freshworks
    Jira
    Achievements
  • •🏅 Best Transformed Personality Award – LTIMindtree Training Program
  • •🎯 Appreciated for handling critical cases across multiple client projects
  • •🤝 Successfully resolved client-facing security incidents with clear and efficient communication