Shirish Inamdar
About Shirish Inamdar
Shirish Inamdar is an IT Specialist with expertise in optimizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for improved threat detection. He holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from The George Washington University and has experience in cloud security and various security tools.
Work at The George Washington University
Shirish Inamdar has been employed as an IT Specialist at The George Washington University since 2022. In this role, he focuses on optimizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems to enhance threat detection capabilities. His work involves utilizing advanced threat hunting techniques and managing security tools to ensure a secure IT environment.
Education and Expertise
Shirish Inamdar pursued a Master of Science in Cybersecurity at The George Washington University from 2022 to 2024. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication from Savitribai Phule Pune University between 2015 and 2019. His educational background is complemented by expertise in cloud security, particularly with Amazon Web Services (AWS), and proficiency in various security tools such as Sentinel, QRadar, and Splunk.
Background in Cybersecurity
Before joining The George Washington University, Shirish worked at SecurView, Inc. as a Senior Security Engineer from 2021 to 2022 and as a Security Engineer from 2019 to 2020. His experience includes managing and optimizing security tools and fostering a security-conscious culture within teams. He has a strong foundation in cybersecurity practices and is committed to continuous learning to address evolving threats.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Shirish Inamdar is proficient in optimizing SIEM systems and employs advanced threat hunting techniques through log analysis and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). He actively mentors analyst teams to enhance their skills in security operations and threat intelligence. His contributions focus on improving the overall security posture of organizations and promoting best practices in cybersecurity.