Serkan Yıldızhan

Serkan Y. is an experienced Security Automation Engineer at Barracuda, focusing on engineering the Barracuda XDR SOAR solution and enhancing SOC maturity through Agile Sprint cycles since April 2024. Prior to this role, Serkan served as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Barracuda SKOUT Managed XDR, conducting gap analyses and overseeing Tier 1 analyst performance from July 2022 to April 2024. Experience as a Cyber Security Analyst at CyberNow Labs involved 24/7 support within a SOC and management of SIEM solutions. Previous positions include IT & Cyber Security Specialist at The FIX, where Serkan developed technical troubleshooting skills, and an Army Officer at the Turkish Military Academy, involved in training activities and cyber security awareness. Serkan holds advanced degrees in military joint operations planning, security strategy management, and a bachelor's degree in system engineering.