Team Lead – InfoSec

Company: Premier Star Technology (Pvt.) Ltd.
Company Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Job Location: Islamabad
Duration: Jan 2018 to Mar 2019

Premier Star Technology is a security-focused IT solutions provider. As Team Lead for the Information Security portfolio, I was responsible for overseeing solution design, implementation, and client engagement across a variety of cybersecurity projects. I led engagements for key technologies including endpoint protection, data loss prevention, vulnerability management, and advanced firewall solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Requirements & Solution Design:
    • Collected customer requirements and proposed tailored infrastructure and security solutions.
  • Vendor-Agnostic Security Architecture:
    • Designed and implemented solutions from Symantec, Trend Micro, Tenable, Rapid7, SonicWALL, and WatchGuard.
  • Client & Vendor Coordination:
    • Acted as liaison between product vendors and customer teams, ensuring accurate translation of business needs into technical solutions.
  • Project Planning & Execution:
    • Created detailed project plans from kickoff through to UAT and client sign-off.
  • Proof-of-Concept Management:
    • Conducted POCs for DLP, endpoint protection, firewalls, phishing simulations, and vulnerability management.
  • Proposal Development:
    • Wrote technical proposals in response to RFPs for solutions in security, virtualization, and threat intelligence.
  • Demo & Presentation Delivery:
    • Delivered solution demonstrations and presentations tailored to customer-specific security requirements.
  • Client Enablement & Training:
    • Led knowledge transfer sessions to train client administrators and security teams.
  • Post-Deployment Support:
    • Provided troubleshooting and support for deployed solutions to ensure long-term client satisfaction.

Impact & Achievements:

  • Successfully conducted a POC and led full deployment of PhishMe (Cofense) for the State Bank of Pakistan after securing the project.
  • Deployed Rapid7 Nexpose at the State Bank of Pakistan for robust vulnerability management.
  • Implemented Nessus vulnerability scanner at Mobilink Microfinance Bank to enhance their security posture.
  • Represented Premier Star Technology at a security seminar, delivering a product presentation on SD-WAN and hosting a GFI product showcase.
  • Delivered multi-vendor cybersecurity solutions tailored to enterprise and SME clients.
  • Facilitated seamless project delivery and accelerated client decision-making with comprehensive demos and POCs.
  • Strengthened vendor-client relationships by aligning technical capabilities with business goals.

This role enhanced my ability to lead security-driven IT projects, align technology with risk management goals, and ensure smooth client onboarding and support for critical infrastructure security.

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