Mar 2022 – Jul 2022 · 4 mos · Asia-Pacific (APAC) · Remote

• 🌐 Leading Secure DevOps Transformation in APAC | Technical Consultant 🛡️
• 👨‍💼 Pioneering Technical Consultant in India, driving strategic technical initiatives with global system integrator partners to fortify APAC's cybersecurity landscape.
• 🔐 Championing Secure DevOps best practices, seamlessly integrating security throughout the development process to mitigate vulnerabilities and enhance cloud-native security.
• 🚀 Leveraging a robust technology arsenal, including anomaly detection, CSPM, CWPP, containerized workload security, serverless computing, microservices architectures, Kubernetes controls, and IaC security.
• 🤝 Passionately empowering APAC organizations to surpass security challenges and embrace top-tier cloud environment protection.

Dec 2020 – Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

• OT Security Professionals Association
• (Founded Dec 2020 | Section 8 Non-Profit under Companies Act, 2013)
• A dedicated community for OT security professionals to connect, learn, and grow across ICS, SCADA, and Substation Automation Systems (SAS).
• We bring together industry experts to share practical insights, enabling members to stay ahead of evolving OT cybersecurity trends and challenges.

Dec 2019 – Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 3 mos · India & SAARC

• 🌐 Transforming Vulnerability Management for Cybersecurity Excellence | Technical Consultant 🛡️
• 🔐 Empowering Organizations for Resilient Cybersecurity 🌐
• I specialize in equipping organizations across diverse sectors with the essential tools and strategies needed to fortify their cybersecurity defenses. My expertise spans IT and OT/ICS, cloud security, compliance, container security assessment, and Active Directory management.
• 🔍 Expertise: 🔒 Conducting in-depth analysis, and delivering comprehensive vulnerability reports, I enable organizations to proactively mitigate cyber threats, substantially reducing the risk of cyber-attacks and data breaches.
• 💼 Building Strong Relationships: In addition to my technical proficiency, I excel in building and nurturing strong relationships with partners, distributors, and customers. This ongoing dialogue allows me to stay on the cutting edge of the constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape. It empowers me to provide clients with state-of-the-art solutions to protect their most sensitive data

Apr 2018 – Nov 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos · India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Middle East

• 🔒 Cybersecurity Consultant | Risk Mitigation Strategist | Secure DevOps Advocate | RFP/RFI Expert | Team Leader 🌐
• 🔒 Cybersecurity Consultant🌐Delivering comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, collaborating closely with CISOs, CIOs, CROs, Compliance Officers, and IT Managers. The primary focus is to understand their unique cybersecurity challenges and risks, enabling organizations to operate with confidence within acceptable risk parameters.
• 👥 Team Leader & Mentor 🤝 I lead a team of solution architects collaborating with diverse business leaders across our territory. Together, we empower organizations to comprehensively address cybersecurity risks across verticals such as IT and OT/ICS, cloud security, compliance, Kubernetes, and container security assessments.
• 🔐 Risk Mitigation Strategist🛡️Assessing and addressing cybersecurity risks. By engaging with key stakeholders, I identify vulnerabilities, threats, and compliance gaps. Using this knowledge, I develop customized mitigation strategies that safeguard organizations' digital assets.
• 🚀 Secure DevOps Advocate 🛠️Enhancing security within DevOps practices. I'm skilled in identifying the right tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for software composition analysis (SCA), static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST), container security, infrastructure as code (IaC) security, and runtime cloud-native security posture checks.
• 📝 RFP/RFI Expert 📊I excel at crafting large technical solution documents, including RFPs and RFIs. My expertise ensures that technical solutions align with business objectives and exceed customer expectations, contributing to successful project outcomes.
• 🎯 Business-Driven Vulnerability Remediation 📈I provide valuable insights to security teams, aiding them in prioritizing and focusing vulnerability remediation efforts based on business risk. This data-driven approach optimizes resources and strengthens cybersecurity postures.

Apr 2017 – Mar 2018 · 11 mos · India

• As a cybersecurity consultant, I engage decision-makers in discussions about the balance between agility, business value, and cybersecurity. I also assess current network security posture and provide recommendations for architecture design and implementation of best practices to operate at an acceptable level of risk.
• Furthermore, I design security solutions that map to customer business or industry security compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST frameworks. By doing so, I ensure that my clients are meeting the necessary security requirements while also minimizing the risk of cyber-attacks and breaches.
• In my role, I work closely with clients to understand their unique security challenges and requirements. Based on this understanding, I design and implement customized security solutions that meet their specific needs. This includes leveraging various security technologies and tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
• Overall, my goal is to help organizations operate at an acceptable level of risk while also ensuring that they are meeting the necessary security compliance standards.

May 2016 – Mar 2017 · 10 mos · India

• As a technology consultant, my main responsibilities include providing technology advisory to customers on a solution architectural level, assessing the current network and security platforms, and ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO/IEC, PCI, and NIST.
• Additionally, I perform operational risk assessments and design controls to mitigate risks such as business continuity planning. I have also worked on large technical solution documents such as RFP and RFI to ensure that the technical solutions meet the business needs of the customers.
• Another important aspect of my job is enabling the sales and marketing teams on network and security technology. This involves providing training and guidance on the latest trends and solutions in the field of network and security technology.
• Finally, I have experience in implementing security solutions on the public cloud, specifically AWS and Azure. This includes designing and implementing security controls, monitoring security events, and managing security incidents.

Mar 2015 – Apr 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo · India

• Joined the leadership team at Lukup Media, working closely with the founders to build the network and infrastructure function from the ground up. Leading end-to-end responsibility for network and security—from source to runtime—along with headend systems and data center operations.
• Empowered global enterprises by optimizing network, security, and cloud technologies to align with key business objectives.
• Designed resilient techno-commercial proposals for advanced network and security solutions, exceeding partner expectations and proactively addressing future engagement needs.
• Public Wi-Fi Hotspot Deployment
• Led the development of public Wi-Fi hotspots funded by a politician, providing internet access to local constituencies and notable landmarks in Delhi & Uttarakhand.
• Implemented enterprise-grade security solutions and innovative network architectures.
• Established foundational security policies to minimize operational risks and enhance control.

Dec 2009 – Mar 2015 · 5 yrs 3 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · On-site

• Joined the team during its initial phase as part of Managed Services, responsible for configuring customer routers, implementing changes in the MPLS backbone, and troubleshooting MPLS circuits, including CPE, MPLS backend, and last-mile connectivity. Also handled the configuration of security devices such as firewalls and perimeter security solutions, supported cybersecurity events/SOC operations, and assisted the Field/Solution Architecture team in designing network and security architectures based on business requirements.

Sep 2008 – Nov 2009 · 1 yr 2 mos · Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu & Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh

• First Transmission Network IP Planning Engineer – South India & Nepal
• Led and scaled a team from 1 to 10 engineers, driving end-to-end IP network planning across South India. Managed everything from analysis and survey reporting to implementation, backbone hardening, and seamless handover to operations. Successfully planned and deployed telecom networks across Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu for major clients, including BSNL, TATA Docomo, Etisalat DB, and Uninor.
• Later, transitioned to Nepal to lead the expansion and upgrade of telecom IP networks for NCELL and Nepal Telecom, enhancing connectivity and performance.

Jul 2008 – Sep 2008 · 2 mos · Bihar, Jharkhand & Orissa · On-site

• As part of the Transmission Planning & Implementation team, I contributed to a first-of-its-kind telecom project under the Nokia and Siemens joint venture (NSN), where the backend was shared between Vodafone and Idea Cellular. I played a key role in ensuring the IP network's timely readiness by managing documentation, validating data, and coordinating efforts for seamless execution.

Jan 2006 – Jun 2008 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Meerut, Jaipur, West Bengal, Dhanbad (India), Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka

• As part of the Transmission Team, responsible for the expansion and upgrade of telecom transmission networks to ensure seamless connectivity. I specialize in efficient link integration between Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) and Base Station Controllers (BSC), facilitating smooth network rollouts across multiple circles. My expertise spans transmission capacity upgrades, microwave optimization, and configuring routers, switches, and Ethernet modems for uninterrupted communication. Collaborating with BTS engineers and cross-functional teams, I streamline deployment processes and mentor junior engineers, enhancing their expertise in network and telecom engineering.

Jun 2002 – Dec 2005 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

• Trainee Engineer | BSNL 2.5 Project (Nokia Equipment)
• Based in Shastri Nagar, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Rajasthan, I contributed to the BSNL 2.5 Project, focusing on network infrastructure with Nokia equipment. My role involved installing and commissioning leased lines, troubleshooting network issues, and providing technical support. I collaborated with BSNL staff to minimize downtime, managed IP network migrations, and optimized bandwidth for seamless rollouts. Additionally, I configured routers, switches, and modems while reviewing and enhancing network designs to ensure uninterrupted connectivity.