Hemant Sharma

As a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer with over 8 years of expertise, currently protecting enterprise environments at Optiv Security Inc. Specialise in designing, operating, and improving email, web, and endpoint security for multiple clients in an Advanced Fusion Centre setting.

Career Progression:

· Principal Engineer @ Optiv Security (2023–Present): Lead architect and operations lead for security services, managing platforms like Mimecast, Zscaler, and Microsoft 365. You automate reporting, handle major threats, and ensure compliance across customer environments.
· Cybersecurity Specialist @ HCL Technologies (2021–2023): Focused on email security using Cisco IronPort, Abnormal Security, and Mimecast. Managed domain security (SPF/DKIM/DMARC), incident response, and malicious sender blocking.
· IT Analyst (Cybersecurity) @ Virtual Employee (2017–2019): Started in security operations, analyzing phishing threats, malicious domains, and performing digital forensics for onshore clients.

Core Expertise:

· Security Domains: Email Security, Web Security (Zscaler), Endpoint Protection
· Key Responsibilities: Threat investigation & response, security architecture, policy enforcement, compliance validation, team mentoring, and client stakeholder management
· Technical Tools: Mimecast, Proofpoint, Zscaler, Microsoft 365, Cisco IronPort, SIEM integration, Power BI automation
· Certifications: Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2 CC), CEH, Mimecast & Zscaler certifications

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science
MGM College of Engineering and Technology | 2013–2017
This foundational degree provided with the core technical knowledge in computer systems, networking, and programming that is essential for a career in cybersecurity engineering and architecture.

Executive Program in Business Management (E-MBA)
Indian Institute of Management Technology (IMT Ghaziabad)
This advanced management education complements, technical expertise by equipping with skills in strategic planning, stakeholder communication, and operational leadership—critical for role as a Principal Engineer managing client relationships, service delivery, and team performance.