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Bar Halifa-Levi

SecOps Technical Team Leader & Security Automation Engineer
Rehovot

Summary

Experienced SecOps Technical Team Leader & Security Automation Engineer with extensive expertise in managing teams, developing advanced automation workflows, and optimizing cybersecurity operations. Skilled in Cortex XSOAR, CrowdStrike NextGen SIEM, QRadar, and Azure Sentinel, with a focus on automation, data ingestion, and advanced threat detection. Proficient in designing custom integrations using Python and C#, with several contributions featured in the Cortex XSOAR Marketplace. Adept at delivering tailored security solutions and ensuring seamless onboarding and optimization of SIEM and SOAR platforms to enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

SecOps Technical Team Leader & Security Automation

Trustnet LTD
Petaẖ Tiqwa, Central District
02.2020 - Current
  • Lead and manage a team of 4 SecOps Experts, serving as their technical authority and mentoring them to ensure high-level performance.
  • Develop advanced automation workflows, including playbooks, to optimize processes and enhance incident response capabilities using Cortex XSOAR.
  • Design and implement custom integrations, some of which are featured in the Cortex XSOAR Marketplace, extending platform functionality and supporting diverse use cases.
  • Build custom integrations for unsupported components with Python and C#, enabling seamless platform connectivity and expanded functionality.
  • Specialize in leading SIEM platforms, including CrowdStrike NextGen SIEM, QRadar, and Azure Sentinel, focusing on data ingestion, advanced detection workflows, and automation.
  • Deliver tailored security solutions, including correlation rules, dashboards, and reporting, to address unique client requirements.
  • Play a critical role in onboarding and optimizing SIEM and SOAR platforms, ensuring smooth integration and maximum operational efficiency.

System Administrator

X2one
Lod, Central District
06.2016 - 02.2020

Setup and management of VOIP PBX systems based on Asterisk.
Deployment and administration of Linux and Windows servers.
Configuration and management of FORTINET products.
Configuration and management of CISCO products.
Working with Wireshark for troubleshooting and network monitoring.
Proficient in programming with C#, C++, and Python.

Technical Support

Bank Leumi
Lod, Central District
03.2013 - 04.2015

Full support for the Windows operating system and Office. Support for various banking systems. Experience working with Exchange Server 2008-2012. Managing users and groups using Active Directory. Handling and providing support for internal organizational software.

Education

Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking - Cyber Security

HackerU
Tel Aviv, Israel
02.2018 - 02.2020

.NET Programmer Course -

Technion
Tel Aviv, Israel
06.2015 - 05.2016

High School Diploma -

Haalon
Yavne, Israel
09.2009 - 06.2012

Skills

Cybersecurity Operations: Advanced incident response, threat detection, and security process optimization

Automation & Orchestration: Expertise in Cortex XSOAR, including playbook development and workflow optimization

SIEM Platforms: Proficient in XSIAM, CrowdStrike NextGen SIEM, QRadar, and Azure Sentinel, focusing on data ingestion, correlation rules, and dashboards

Programming & Scripting: Skilled in Python, C#, and C for automation and custom integrations

Team Leadership: Managing and mentoring a team of SecOps professionals to achieve high performance

Problem Solving: Proactive approach to complex technical challenges

Communication: Clear and effective communication with clients and internal teams

Timeline

SecOps Technical Team Leader & Security Automation

Trustnet LTD
02.2020 - Current

Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking - Cyber Security

HackerU
02.2018 - 02.2020

System Administrator

X2one
06.2016 - 02.2020

.NET Programmer Course -

Technion
06.2015 - 05.2016

Technical Support

Bank Leumi
03.2013 - 04.2015

High School Diploma -

Haalon
09.2009 - 06.2012
Bar Halifa-LeviSecOps Technical Team Leader & Security Automation Engineer