NISHAL RAI | F5-CTS-ASM | F5-201

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Kathmandu, Nepal

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

As an application security professional with expertise in F5 BIG-IP (ASM, LTM, DNS), NGINX Plus, and Windows services, I specialize in enhancing performance and security for public services. My experience includes containerization, microservices architecture, vulnerability mitigation, and implementing robust network designs. With proficiency in Python, Bash, and open-source tools like Grafana, Prometheus, and Zabbix, I deliver comprehensive solutions and training while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, resilient systems.

SKILLS

Tools & Technology: F5 BIG-IP (ASM, DNS, APM, AFM, LTM), GenieATM, NGINX+, K8s, Docker, Burpsuite, Nmap, Nuclei, Packet Analysis, Windows IIS server, CCNA (Routing & Switching)
Programming Language: Java, Python
Monitoring Tool: Grafana, Prometheus, Wazuh, Zabbix
Security Framework: NIST CSF, PCI DSS
Databases: MySQL, PostgresSQL
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure

WORK HISTORY

Team Lead Security Solution Engineer | Digital Network Solution Pvt. Ltd. - Kathmandu, Bagmati 11/2023 - Current

Lead and oversee the deployment and support of F5 BIG-IP WAF and BIG-IQ, ensuring successful implementation across multiple institutions.
Generate support reports, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and recommend improvements based on findings.
Mentor team members, provide technical expertise, and ensure adherence to company policies and security best practices.
Deliver comprehensive training on application security, infrastructure optimization, and advanced threat mitigation strategies
Conduct research and development (R&D) on emerging vulnerabilities and security technologies, aligning findings with client environments to implement preemptive mitigation strategies

Associate Security Solution Engineer | Digital Network Solution Pvt. Ltd. - Kathmandu, Bagmati06/2021 - 10/2023

Deployed and supported F5 BIG-IP (ASM, LTM, APM, AFM & DNS) and F5 BIG-IQ, including training users.
Assisted in deploying NGINX Plus services, including Instance Manager, API Gateway, and NGINX App Protect WAF.
Skilled in using open-source monitoring tools like Grafana, Prometheus, elasticsearch, Kibana, Wazuh and Nagios for network troubleshooting and security.
Experienced with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and microservices architecture.
Researched emerging threats and documented PoCs, deployment scenarios, and support reports.
Coordinated inter-departmental tasks and understood cloud and virtualization concepts.

IT Support & NOC | Dish Home Media Network - Karyabinayak, Kathmandu 02/2021 – 05/2021

Troubleshooting internet issues of the staff’s computer.
Provide quick support to other departments in case of technical issues.
Look over the ticket generated by the client and resolve them.
Troubleshoot the system and network issues.</li>
Monitor the network using various NMS tools - Zabbix and Nagios.

EDUCATION

Islington College | London Metropolitan University – Kathmandu 03 /2022
BSc (Hons) Computer Networking and & IT Security: Cyber Security

Vishwa Adarsha College – Itahari 04/ 2018
Higher Secondary: Science

CERTIFICATIONS

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03)
F5 Certified Technology Specialist in ASM (F5-CTS-ASM)
F5 TMOS Administration (F5-201)
F5 Certified Application Delivery Fundamentals
(ISC)2 Certified in Cybersecurity
Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

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