Tayyaba Shah

Cyber Security Operations and Network Operations professional with hands-on experience in ISP environments, specializing in SOC monitoring, NOC operations, SIEM analysis, firewall security, vulnerability assessment, and IAM processes. Experienced in real-time threat detection, incident response, network monitoring, and access control management using enterprise tools. Strong understanding of RBAC, IAM lifecycle, authentication protocols, and compliance frameworks including PTA.

Focused on delivering secure, stable, and high-availability network environments while ensuring audit readiness and operational excellence.

Information Security Analyst / SOC-NOC Engineer at Nova Communications (2025-08 – Present)

• Performed 24/7 SOC monitoring using SIEM tools including Wazuh and Splunk for real-time threat detection.
• Investigated security alerts, authentication anomalies, unauthorized access attempts, and suspicious activities.
• Conducted incident response and escalation handling within defined SLA timelines.
• Managed NOC operations including uptime monitoring, latency checks, service health monitoring, and infrastructure alerts.
• Configured and reviewed FortiGate firewall policies for secure network access and traffic filtering.
• Performed vulnerability assessments using Nessus, Nmap, and Zenmap and supported VAPT activities.
• Conducted packet-level analysis using Wireshark for traffic inspection and troubleshooting.
• Monitored ISP infrastructure including routers, switches, servers, and network services.
• Coordinated with network and operations teams for incident resolution, escalation, and root cause analysis.
• Maintained PTA compliance documentation, audit records, access logs, and security registers.

IT Support Engineer at Nova Communications (2025-01 – 2025-07)

• Provided network troubleshooting and IT support in an ISP environment.
• Assisted in switch configuration, server monitoring, backup verification, and system health checks.
• Supported log monitoring, issue tracking, and operational incident handling.
• Ensured service continuity through timely escalation, documentation, and resolution follow-up.

Lecturer – Computer Science at Preston University (2023-11 – 2024-11)

• Taught Computer Networks and Cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Conducted academic labs related to networking, security tools, and system operations.
• Supported students in technical learning, assignments, and practical lab activities.

MS in Information Security – Riphah International University (2025)

BS in Software Engineering – Iqra National University (2019 – 2023)