Pratik Ashok Paranjape Cybersecurity Engineer & IT Auditor

Cybersecurity Engineer & IT Auditor

Strengthening Security, Compliance & Resilience.

Cybersecurity Engineer & IT Auditor with a Master’s in Cybersecurity, skilled in risk assessment, compliance (NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA), and network defense. Proven ability to translate complex security requirements into actionable strategies that strengthen resilience and protect business operations.

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🏙 Hoffman Estates, IL 📞 +1 (315) 450-0250 ✉️ pratik.a.paranjape@gmail.com

About

A cybersecurity professional focused on building secure, compliant, and resilient systems.

I am a Cybersecurity Engineer & IT Auditor with a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity. My experience spans risk assessment, IT auditing, and network & cloud security, with deep familiarity in regulatory frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.

Over the years, I’ve helped organizations strengthen their security posture by conducting cybersecurity assessments, improving secure code integrity, and implementing effective compliance strategies. I enjoy translating complex security problems into practical solutions that protect business operations and enable growth.

Skills

Core competencies and tools I work with.

  • Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • Network Security
  • Cloud Security
  • Incident Response
  • IT Auditing
  • Compliance (NIST)
  • Compliance (ISO 27001)
  • Compliance (HIPAA)
  • Security Architecture
  • GRC
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Automation (Python)
  • Automation (PowerShell)

Experience

Professional roles and responsibilities.

Sr. Engineer – Product Cybersecurity

Becton, Dickinson & Co. Irvine-Remote June 2025 – Present

  • Conducted security assessments to counter cyber threats, reducing system vulnerabilities.
  • Improved secure code integrity and compliance with industry standards.
  • Resolved product and service issues, enhancing quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed automation scripts, streamlining security processes and boosting efficiency.
  • Executed audits and compliance strategies, ensuring full regulatory adherence.
  • Strengthened team collaboration, improving project productivity and outcomes.

Sr. Engineer – Product Cybersecurity

Edwards Lifesciences Irvine-Remote January 2023 – June 2025

  • Performed cybersecurity assessments to mitigate threats and reduce vulnerabilities.
  • Enhanced code security and compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA standards.
  • Resolved quality issues, improving customer satisfaction and QA performance.
  • Created automation scripts to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
  • Executed audits and compliance strategies, achieving 100% regulatory adherence.
  • Directed cross-functional projects, improving collaboration and productivity.

IT (Cybersecurity) Auditor

Discover Financial Services Chicago-Remote January 2021 – January 2023

  • Conducted cybersecurity audits to identify risks, mitigate threats, and strengthen system resilience.
  • Audited IT systems for performance and compliance, improving reliability and efficiency.
  • Managed documentation and reporting, delivering clear data analysis to support decisions.
  • Oversaw compliance management, ensuring regulatory alignment and reducing legal risks.
  • Performed risk assessments, developing strategies to minimize vulnerabilities and safeguard assets.
  • Facilitated cross-department collaboration, improving communication and organizational productivity.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Promptous Inc. Syracuse May 2019 – January 2021

  • Managed security threats and vulnerabilities, implementing solutions that reduced cyber-attack risks.
  • Led incident response for breaches, minimizing impact and preventing recurrence.
  • Developed and enforced security policies, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.
  • Delivered security awareness training, improving staff competence in cybersecurity practices.
  • Oversaw compliance reporting, meeting all regulatory and audit requirements.
  • Designed and implemented security architectures, strengthening system resilience and integrity.

Intern Cybersecurity Engineer

OthersideAI Syracuse May 2019 – September 2020

  • Implemented innovative security solutions, enhancing defenses and reducing vulnerabilities.
  • Managed and resolved security incidents, minimizing impact and preventing recurrence.
  • Proactively mitigated threats and vulnerabilities, strengthening overall system security.
  • Developed and enforced security policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Fostered cross-team collaboration, improving effectiveness of security strategies.
  • Designed and executed advanced security architectures, safeguarding critical systems.

Education

M.S. in Cybersecurity

Syracuse University Batch of 2020

B.E. in Computer Engineering

University of Mumbai Batch of 2017

Certifications

CompTIA – SecurityX

Formerly Certified Advanced Security Practitioner – CASP.

CompTIA – Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+)

Microsoft Technical Associate (MTA)

Security Fundamentals.

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