Nikhil Singhvi Jain S 🇮🇳 (Doctoral Student, CISM, CISA,CCSFP-CHQP, ISMS LA)

Management Consultant

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India8 yrs 3 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Nearly a decade of experience in cybersecurity and risk management.
  • Expert in HITRUST, SOC 2, and ISO 27001 compliance.
  • Recognized for exceptional client performance and leadership.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity and Compliance Expert with a focus on Healthcare and Financial Services.

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Skills

Core Skills

HitrustCybersecurity AuditingTechnology RiskPrivacy ComplianceCyber Regulatory ComplianceRisk AssessmentSecurity AuditsIt Risk ManagementCybersecurity

Other Skills

CmmcData PrivacyIT ControlsIncident ResponseTeam LeadershipThird Party Risk Management (TPRM)ISO 27001U.S. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)Compliance AssessmentsGeneral Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)IT Security AssessmentsEnterprise Risk ManagementITGCSOC 2Team Development

About

Ever wondered who ensures digital trust while driving business growth? With nearly a decade of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, & compliance, I help organizations transform complex challenges into actionable strategies that protect data, reduce risk, and enable growth. I focus on building resilient systems, guiding high-performing teams, and turning compliance requirements into practical advantages that strengthen operations and empower decision-making. ➤ Leading Across Multiple Frontiers Currently I am bringing strategic focus and measurable outcomes to every role I undertake: ■ Senior HITRUST – PwC Acceleration Centers, India: Driving HITRUST audits, risk assessments, and compliance initiatives. ■ vCISO – Multiple Organizations (Global/Hybrid): Advising on technology risk, privacy, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and cybersecurity strategy. ■ Independent Consultant – Freelance, Chennai: Leading HITRUST implementations and security advisory across industries. ➤ Depth of Experience Over the years, I’ve contributed across Finstein Advizory LLP, Wipfli LLP, Grant Thornton, and EY, delivering HITRUST and SOC audits, ITGC/ITAC testing, and privacy assessments for healthcare, banking, fintech, and technology clients. This journey has honed my ability to simplify complex regulatory landscapes, implement robust security programs, and guide organizations toward measurable risk reduction and operational resilience. ➤ Key Highlights & Core Expertise: ✦ HITRUST Implementation – Validated assessments and controls mapping ✦ Cybersecurity Audits – ITGC, ITAC, SOC 1/2 evaluation ✦ Risk & Compliance – Regulatory frameworks and threat mitigation ✦ Privacy & Data Protection – HIPAA, GDPR, PII, ePHI compliance ✦ Security Testing – Vulnerability assessments, network security reviews ✦ Incident Response – Planning, escalation, and resolution strategies ✦ IT Risk Advisory – Strategic evaluation and controls enhancement ➤ Awards & Achievements: ✔︎ Wipfli Spotlight & Recognition Awards – Client excellence & first client brought to India team ✔︎ GT Spotlight Awards – Beyond call of duty & exceptional client performance ✔︎ EY Spotlight & Kudos Awards – Client champion, managing challenging expectations ➤ Let's Connect & Collaborate! I enjoy connecting with leaders and teams passionate about cybersecurity, risk management & privacy. Let’s exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and build safer, smarter digital ecosystems together.

Experience

Pwc acceleration centers in india

Senior HITRUST

Apr 2025 – Present · 1 yr · United States

  • Driving HITRUST compliance & risk assurance, managing audits, validating evidence, guiding teams, and ensuring organizations achieve robust cybersecurity, privacy, & regulatory compliance across diverse business environments.
  • ✅ Executing end-to-end HITRUST assessments for enterprise-level clients efficiently.
  • ✅ Validating data populations and evidence for audit accuracy consistently.
  • ✅ Coordinating cross-functional teams to optimize compliance and reporting workflows.
  • ✅ Identifying gaps and recommending actionable risk mitigation strategies proactively.
  • ✅ Supporting organizational readiness for certifications through detailed risk evaluations.
CmmcRisk AssessmentData PrivacyCyber Regulatory ComplianceCybersecurity AuditingHITRUST+3

Various

vCISO

Mar 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo · Global · Hybrid

  • Providing strategic cybersecurity and privacy advisory, assessing technology risks, aligning IT frameworks with compliance requirements, guiding leadership, and enabling organizations to strengthen security posture and regulatory adherence.
  • ✅ Advising executive teams on technology risk and privacy strategies globally.
  • ✅ Conducting ISO 27001 and HIPAA assessments for enterprise clients.
  • ✅ Implementing security frameworks to improve compliance and risk management.
  • ✅ Reviewing IT processes to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations.
  • ✅ Guiding organizations through complex risk scenarios with practical solutions.
Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)Technology RiskCyber Regulatory ComplianceISO 27001Cybersecurity AuditingPrivacy Compliance+1

Finstein

Associate Director

Mar 2023 – Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

  • Led organizational effectiveness and compliance initiatives, conducted risk assessments, and guided teams to deliver sustainable cybersecurity and regulatory solutions for diverse enterprise clients.
  • ✅ Spearheaded HITRUST compliance implementation at major healthcare organizations successfully.
  • ✅ Conducted risk-based IT audits for non-banking financial companies effectively.
  • ✅ Delivered SOC 2 Type 2 attestation for enterprise-level clients.
  • ✅ Mentored teams to improve performance, training, and operational effectiveness.
Risk AssessmentITGCCyber Regulatory ComplianceTeam LeadershipHITRUSTSOC 2

Private

Independent Consultant

Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Hybrid

  • Delivering HITRUST advisory and security consulting, executing compliance assessments, guiding organizations through certification, and enabling clients to strengthen risk management, data protection, and operational cybersecurity resilience.
  • ✅ Leading HITRUST implementations for diverse healthcare and financial clients successfully.
  • ✅ Performing detailed assessments to validate controls and security measures.
  • ✅ Advising clients on remediation strategies to reduce compliance risks.
  • ✅ Coordinating with stakeholders to streamline evidence collection efficiently.
  • ✅ Ensuring accurate documentation for certification and audit readiness consistently.
Compliance AssessmentsGeneral Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)IT Security AssessmentsCyber Regulatory ComplianceHITRUSTEnterprise Risk Management

Wipfli llp

Senior HITRUST

Jun 2021 – Nov 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Directed HITRUST assessments and compliance projects, converted leads into clients, and strengthened cybersecurity governance, delivering measurable certification and risk management results for enterprise organizations.
  • ✅ Converted leads into clients, contributing directly to business growth successfully.
  • ✅ Conducted validated HITRUST assessments and interim audits for clients efficiently.
  • ✅ Coordinated walkthroughs and evidence validation across all nineteen HITRUST domains.
  • ✅ Mentored team members, enhancing auditing quality and technical expertise.
Security AuditsTeam DevelopmentCompliance AssessmentsCyber Regulatory ComplianceRisk AnalysisHITRUST+2

Grant thornton bharat llp

2 roles

Senior Consultant

Aug 2020 – Jun 2021 · 10 mos

Cyber Regulatory ComplianceSecurity Assessment & TestingHITRUSTIncident ResponseTeam Leadership

Cyber Technology Risk Consultant

Apr 2019 – Jul 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Advised clients on IT risk, cybersecurity, and compliance, executing audits and controls that strengthened enterprise IT governance and mitigated operational and regulatory risks effectively.
  • ✅ Identified IT and cybersecurity risks across ERP, networks, infrastructure efficiently.
  • ✅ Recommended controls to mitigate risks and enhance security posture.
  • ✅ Supported IT-enabled process transformation initiatives for client organizations successfully.
Risk AssessmentCybersecurityIT Risk ManagementCyber Regulatory ComplianceGovernance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)Incident Response+2

Ey

Technology Risk Analyst

Jul 2017 – Mar 2019 · 1 yr 8 mos · Africa, India & Middle East (AIM)

  • Delivered IT risk and cybersecurity advisory across 50+ countries, leveraging EY AIM’s 7000+ professionals and 280 partners to strengthen client compliance and operational security globally.
  • ✅ Executed HITRUST and ISO 27001 engagements impacting 40% global markets.
  • ✅ Conducted SOC audits and Agreed Upon Procedures for multinational clients.
  • ✅ Developed information security policies and templates aligned with international standards.
IT Security Policies & ProceduresThird Party Risk Management (TPRM)Risk AssessmentCyber Regulatory ComplianceISO 27001HITRUST+3

Education

University of Madras

Master's degree — Cyber Forensics and Information Security

Jan 2017 – Jan 2019

Government Law College Opp Churchgate Station Mumbai 400 020

Diploma — Cyber Law

Jan 2018 – Jan 2019

Loyola College

BCA — Computer Application

Jan 2012 – Jan 2015

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