Liran Aknin

Professional Summary

Cloud Security Specialist with AWS Security Specialty and CCSP certifications. Expertise in infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and incident response. Skilled in designing and securing AWS environments using Terraform and Ansible, focusing on microservices architectures. Proficient in automating security processes, disaster recovery, endpoint protection, and network defense. Active (ISC)² member with deep knowledge of ISO 27001, GDPR, and the AWS Well Architected Framework.

Professional Experience

Senior SecOps Engineer

May 2020 - Present

Sentiance, Belgium

  • Lead cloud security initiatives in a microservices-based environment, ensuring alignment with AWS best practices and organizational policies.
  • Design and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
  • Integrate security processes and tools to secure CI/CD pipelines.
  • Automate cloud monitoring and logging with Python microservices, using tools like AWS Lambda and Datadog for real-time visibility.
  • Manage security incidents, design disaster recovery strategies, and conduct security assessments and ISO audits to enhance security posture.

Professional Services Engineer / InfoSec Consultant

Mar 2019 - Mar 2020

Bulwarx, Israel

  • Installed and integrated Forcepoint security solutions, ensuring seamless operation and alignment with customer infrastructure.
  • Tailored and customized security policies for email, web, and data protection based on customer needs and compliance.
  • Provided on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and IT staff training on managing and maintaining solutions.
  • Assisted with updates, patch management, and security incidents, offering root cause analysis and remediation.
  • Prepared detailed documentation for implementation, ensuring clear post-deployment management and performance optimization.

Technical Support Engineer

Mar 2017 - Feb 2019

Check Point Software Technologies, Israel

  • Recommended architectural improvements, design, and integration solutions.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex networking issues related to firewalls, including IPsec VPNs, NAT, and routing.
  • Monitored firewall performance, conducted health checks, and recommended upgrades to optimize system resources.
  • Acted as a point of escalation for critical OS and network issues, collaborating with teams for timely resolutions.
  • Guided customers through OS patching, firmware updates, and upgrades while creating and maintaining documentation and best practices.

IT Support Technician

Aug 2016 - Mar 2017

Migdal Insurance Company, Israel

  • Provided technical support to end-users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and resolving network connectivity problems.
  • Installed, configured, and maintained desktops, laptops, printers, and other peripherals.
  • Installed and configured software applications, performed updates, and ensured compatibility with existing systems.
  • Diagnosed and resolved network connectivity issues, including LAN, WAN, and VPN problems.
  • Created and updated documentation for IT procedures, user guides, and troubleshooting steps.

Certifications

  • AWS Certified Security Specialty
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
  • Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  • Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
  • Certified Forcepoint DLP Administrator
  • Certified Forcepoint Web Security Administrator

Education

Sela College - Diploma - Cyber Operations and Warfare

2017

Israel