Aishwarya Rai
Colchester
Summary
Driven and dedicated professional in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations. Thriving in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, bringing an energetic approach and lateral thinking mindset to every task. Committed to delivering results and staying ahead of emerging threats and aim to make impactful contributions in the ever-evolving field of digital forensics through continuous learning and the application of cutting-edge tools and techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response Consultant
Pragma
08.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded detailed triaging and forensic analysis in numerous cyber-crime cases, providing critical insights for swift incident resolution and risk mitigation.
- Led investigations into high-stakes Business Email Compromise (BEC) cases, successfully triaging, offering comprehensive security recommendations identifying root cause, and preparing detailed reports for clients
- Led investigations on social media hijacks and web attacks, identifying attack vectors, root causes, and providing successful resolution strategies
- Played a pivotal role in investigations for extremely large-scale ransomware cases, contributing to identification of attack vectors and mitigation strategies
- Delivered tailored DFIR training sessions, resulting in a notable 20% improvement in incident response readiness and cybersecurity awareness
- Maintained and updated incident response playbooks, ensuring effectiveness in addressing emerging threats and attack methodologies
- Demonstrated knowledge of EDR tools for data analysis and capture, bolstering threat detection and incident response
- Promoted from DFIR Consultant to Senior DFIR Consultant role after 1.5 years based on performance.
Intern
Brilliant Forensics Pt. Ltd
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided instrumental support to forensic experts in acquiring, analysing and reporting of cases related to digital evidence, questioned documents and fingerprint evidence, contributing to successful resolution of various forensic cases
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies in crime scene investigations, particularly in theft and burglary cases, offering valuable assistance and aiding in the identification and apprehension of perpetrators
- Developed and executed a comprehensive website content strategy aligned with business objectives, resulting in heightened online visibility, enhanced user engagement, and improved brand reputation in the forensic science industry
- Organized and led impactful live sessions and webinars at Amity University, promoting understanding and interest in forensic science topics among students and enriching educational experiences.
Trainee
Corporate Investigations India Pt. Ltd
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained principal partnerships with law enforcement, private security, government, and related institutions nationwide, facilitating effective collaboration and trust-building efforts
- Streamlined pre-employment screening processes by performing criminal background checks, verifying addresses, and validating education histories, ensuring thorough candidate evaluations for client organizations such as H&M and IKEA
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence for client companies, providing detailed documentation and formulating actionable next steps based on review findings, while proactively escalating any concerns to the Director for prompt resolution.
Education
MSc - Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations
Teesside University
BSc - Forensic Science
Amity University
Skills
- Magnet Axiom
- Volatility
- FTK Imager
- Incident Response
- Internet Forensics
- Mobile Forensics
- Autopsy
- X-ways Forensics
- SANS Sift
- Redline
- Canopy
- Cellebrite UFED
- Belkasoft
- Splunk
- Azure
- AWS Services
- MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- Dark Web Monitoring
- Data Recovery
- Memory Forensics
- Hybrid Malware Analysis
- Network Traffic Analysis
- Computer Forensics
- Mobile Forensics, SIEM Tools
Certification
- Android Forensics, Belkasoft - 2024
- iOS Forensics, Belkasoft - 2023
- Secureworks XDR Analyst, Secureworks - 2023
- Secureworks Certified Administrator, Secureworks - 2023
- MITRE ATT&CK Fundamental, Cyber Ranges - 2023
Additional Information
- HONORS & AWARDS
Graduate Distinction 2023 Teesside University
Languages
Nepali
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Bengali
Intermediate
B1
German
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Senior Digital Forensics and Incident Response Consultant
Pragma
08.2022 - Current
Intern
Brilliant Forensics Pt. Ltd
12.2019 - 05.2020
Trainee
Corporate Investigations India Pt. Ltd
07.2019 - 08.2019
MSc - Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations
Teesside University
BSc - Forensic Science
Amity University
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