Shantanu Kulkarni

• Spearheading the Medline India location for diverse Cybersecurity teams, overseeing global support for Information Security, Cloud Security, Network and Network Security, Application Security, IAM Security, and Audit and Compliance.
• Achieving exceptional SLA adherence coupled with unwavering customer satisfaction, setting a benchmark for operational excellence.
• Executing Vulnerability Assessment remediation utilizing SAST and DAST methodologies for critical business applications.
• Providing vigilant SOC support, actively monitoring and remedying diverse threats leveraging SIEM tools such as QRadar, ProofPoint, FireEye, CrowdStrike, CheckPoint, and other advanced solutions.
• Implementing and maintained micro-segmentation solutions globally, fortifying network defenses and enhancing data protection measures.
• Offering support for DNS security layers using Cisco Umbrella and DLP solutions, effectively tracking and mitigating potential data breaches.
• Rolling out SASE initiatives with Zscaler, ensuring secure access to applications and data for distributed teams.
• Providing expert support on CheckPoint, Cisco ASA, and Palo Alto firewalls, ensuring robust perimeter security and threat prevention.
• Configuring Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) using Microsoft Authenticator for critical business applications, access controls and authentication mechanisms.
• Designing and executing internal simulated phishing campaigns for global users, enhancing security awareness and resilience against social engineering attacks.
• Conducting Disaster Recovery (DR) drills for key network devices, ensuring operational continuity and preparedness for unforeseen events.
• Maintaining compliance standards for US, EU, India, and APAC regions, supervising key parameters such as Windows updates, EDR, BitLocker, and Enterprise Privilege Management through CyberArk.
• Playing a pivotal role in Cloud security initiatives, facilitating the seamless migration of applications from on-premises to Azure.
• Establishing and enforced controls mandated by the HITRUST framework, ensuring alignment with industry-leading security standards and regulations.
• Leading Internal IT security audits and disseminated comprehensive compliance and security reports to senior leadership, providing strategic insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Serving as a trusted technical advisor to the senior leadership team, offering expert guidance and strategic direction on cybersecurity matters.

• Championed the implementation of ISO 9000 and ISO 27001 standards, ensuring adherence to stringent quality and information security protocols.
• Conceptualized and executed the setup of sites in Chennai and Bangalore, as well as Offshore Development Centers, orchestrating every phase from initial design to implementation, which included site security reviews.
• Architected robust Security and Disaster Recovery (DR) controls for internet and point-to-point links, ensuring resilience against potential threats and disruptions.
• Led the design, implementation, and ongoing management of Firewalls, Routers, Traffic Shapers, and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), guaranteeing the integrity and security of network infrastructure.
• Conducted configuration and meticulous audits of routers and network switches, optimizing performance and minimizing vulnerabilities.
• Utilized advanced tools such as Wire shark, Cisco, and Tipping Point IPS systems for comprehensive Internet and TCP/IP traffic monitoring, enabling swift detection and response to potential security incidents.
• Spearheaded the configuration and vigilant monitoring of Voice and IP telephony systems, encompassing Cisco Call Manager, PSTN, and ISDN links, ensuring seamless communication infrastructure.
• Executed penetration testing and vulnerability assessments utilizing tools like Nessus, identifying and mitigating potential security weaknesses.
• Designed secure network segments utilizing VLANs and VTP domains based on 802.1Q standards, enhancing network segmentation and data isolation.
• Implemented robust network and server monitoring solutions using Nagios, ensuring continuous availability, performance optimization, and issue resolution.

• Implemented ISO 9000 standards, showcasing a commitment to excellence and quality assurance standards.
• Spearheaded the end-to-end setup of a cutting-edge site in Chennai, India, overseeing all aspects from design conceptualization to seamless implementation.
• Orchestrated the commissioning, testing, and vigilant monitoring of internet and point-to-point links to ensure optimal connectivity and performance.
• Engineered site-to-site IPsec VPN tunnels configuration utilizing MD5 and 3DES encryption on Cisco PIX firewall, fostering secure communication channels between Pune (India), Head Office (El Dorado Hills, CA), and a major client of Rsystems International Limited.
• Pioneered the deployment and administration of Microsoft Exchange 2000 and Active Directory 2000, fostering a robust and organizational infrastructure.
• Implemented stringent internet access restrictions leveraging Microsoft ISA proxy, fortifying network security and safeguarding sensitive data.
• Spearheaded log monitoring initiatives for domain controllers, ensuring real-time insights into system activities and bolstering cybersecurity measures.
• Led training sessions for IT personnel and end-users, empowering with the knowledge and skills for optimal system utilization and security awareness.
• Championed the deployment of Microsoft WSUS server, enabling streamlined patch management and ensuring the integrity and security of enterprise systems.
• Directed the deployment of Symantec Antivirus solutions across the organization, fortifying defenses against malware and ensuring the integrity of critical systems.
• Implemented robust backup and recovery strategies for enterprise servers, including Microsoft Exchange, Domain Controllers, and Source Code Version Control servers, ensuring business continuity and data integrity in the face of unforeseen events.

• Provided LAN and WAN support to various prestigious customers.

Provided IT support to various clients