Vashist Upadhayay — Operations Associate

I am an IT & OT Audit and Cybersecurity Specialist with 8+ years of experience strengthening security, governance, and compliance across critical infrastructures. I specialize in IT/OT audits, internal audit, cybersecurity governance, NCA ECC alignment, SCADA/ICS security, and enterprise risk management. I combine deep technical understanding with strong audit and GRC expertise, having assessed OT networks, SCADA systems, firewalls, cloud platforms, NAC, and enterprise applications across complex and high-availability environments. My work aligns with ISO 27001, NIST, NCA ECC, and IEC 62443 standards. At National Water Company (NWC), I lead high-impact IT/OT audits and deliver executive-level reporting for the CEO, BAC, Board of Directors, NAZAHA, and the General Court of Audit. I also manage and optimize the Teammate+ audit management system, supporting governance, automation, and reporting enhancements. Previously at PwC, I delivered cybersecurity, GRC, and architecture assessments across multiple regions (KSA, India, South Africa, South America, Europe) for clients in finance, logistics, healthcare, and industrial automation. I’m now seeking Manager or Senior roles in: - IT Audit / Internal Audit - Cybersecurity / OT & ICS Security - GRC, Compliance & Risk - Audit Technology & Governance I’m passionate about improving security maturity, leading audits that drive business impact, and enabling organizations to operate securely and efficiently.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity and IT Audit Specialist with a focus on critical infrastructure.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Experience: 7 yrs 3 mos