About Me
Hi, I'm Vaibhav Ghadiali
Passionate about cybersecurity, I transitioned from software development to securing digital ecosystems, combining technical expertise with a security-first mindset. With 4 years as a developer and 2 years as a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist, I have played a key role in fortifying organizations against cyber threats.
I specialize in GRC assessments, penetration testing, and threat analysis, ensuring robust security frameworks that mitigate risks proactively. By conducting comprehensive security assessments and analyzing SOC reports, I help detect and neutralize threats before they escalate. Additionally, I have configured and optimized security tools like Qualys, IBM QRadar, and Trellix, while also architecting and managing on-premises security infrastructure.
My mission is to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats, enhance security resilience, and deliver secure, compliant, and high-integrity solutions. Let’s connect and collaborate to build a safer digital world!
Skills
Cybersecurity Tools
Cybersecurity Frameworks
Programming Languages
Frontend
Backend
Database
DevOps & Tools
Experience
Senior Cybersecurity Specialist
DigitalXForce | Dallas, TX, USA
May 2024 - Present
Conducted 20+ risk assessments for clients, ensuring compliance with NIST 800-53, NIST CSF 2.0, SOC 2, ISO 27001, GLBA, and CRI, reducing compliance gaps by 40% and strengthening security governance. Designed and implemented 10+ security features to enhance product security, collaborating with development and leadership teams to drive innovation. Managed a $1M+ client pipeline, overseeing engagements and maintaining strong client relationships while leading and mentoring a 6-person security team. Performed 25+ penetration tests, identifying and mitigating critical vulnerabilities, reducing overall security risk by 35%. Monitored and analysed hundreds of SOC alerts using IBM QRadar, improving incident response time by 30% and strengthening threat detection capabilities. Represented DigitalXForce at industry-leading security events such as Gartner, RSA, and Black Hat, showcasing solutions to industry professionals.
Cybersecurity Analyst
DigitalXForce | Dallas, TX, USA
May 2023 - May 2024
Engineered a secure platform automating GRC/IRM processes, integrating Nozomi, Qualys, ServiceNow, and Fortinet tools. Developed a high-accuracy AI chatbot using Python and AWS Lex, resulting in a 30% increase in operational efficiency. Led NIST 800-52, SOC2 and OT assessments as a Client Success Manager, achieving a 25% improvement in compliance scores. Successfully managed implementations for various OT sites through Nozomi, reducing implementation time by 20%. Headed an autonomous car project, identifying and rectifying vulnerabilities, leading to a 40% decrease in potential exploits. Managed SDLC processes which reduced post-launch issues by 28%. Led cross-functional teams, and ensured on-time product delivery. Also, actively represented the company at industry events/conferences and launches, pitching our innovative solutions.
Software Engineer
YesCRM Pvt. Ltd. | Mumbai, MH, India
Feb 2021 - Jul 2022
Engineered a production-grade SAP continuous Integration with RESTFUL API in Python and Flask to automate data flow between online expense reporting application and SAP system, which reduced human intervention time by 70% Spearheaded a team to design a high-level automating database migration, mainly involving tools like MongoDB, Python, Numpy, Pandas, Jupyter Notebook, and SFTP, which optimized the time of each transaction by 29% and performance by 34% Effectively communicated with clients to learn about system requirements, carried out in-depth analysis, and presented solutions to stakeholders, all the while designing and tailoring the system to the client's requirements Implemented customization of Zoho cloud computing platform to link to other services like CTI, SSO, and 3rd party systems, using two-way API integration in Deluge, JavaScript, and Postman, resulting in 64% enhancement of the complete process
SOC Analyst
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research | Mumbai, MH, India
July 2020 - Feb 2021
Monitored real-time security alerts using SIEM tools through IBM QRadar to detect suspicious activities and potential security breaches. Analyze logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions to identify anomalies. Assisted in triaging and escalating security incidents by conducting root cause analysis and coordinating with senior analysts. Participated in the containment, eradication, and recovery of threats such as phishing, malware infections, and unauthorized access attempts.
Software Intern
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Mumbai, MH, India
May 2020 - July 2020
Established a financial data feed through multiple different sources and incorporated them in a web interface for the users to interact with, to reduce the analysis time by 12% Created a data visualization with perspective in tableau for a better understanding of the data.
Security Developer
Kirat Communications Private Limited | Mumbai, MH, India
Feb 2020 - May 2020
Proposed and accomplished mobile applications with scalable infrastructure on Android Studio, Linux Shell, SDK configuration, Firebase, SQL and AWS networking along with a team of 2 which increased the growth of customer engagement by 63% Dropped down latency issues by 40% by implementing applying a serverless concept using AWS Lambda Functions and reducing the number of API calls in the internal server, worked on code review and test automation with Selenium
Education & Training
Master of Science in Information Technology & Management
The University of Texas at Dallas | Artificial Intelligence
May 2024
GPA: 3.7
Bachelors in Computer Engineering
University of Mumbai - India | Software Engineering
October 2020
GPA: 3.4