Suresh Sankaran Srinivasan — CEO
Suresh Srinivasan is an accomplished cybersecurity leader, currently serving as Group Head of Cyber Security and Data Privacy at Axiata Group Berhad, Malaysia. With over two decades of international experience across South Asia, ASEAN, EMEA, and the UK, Suresh has developed a deep understanding of global cyber security challenges and a proven ability to implement robust security strategies in diverse environments. At Axiata, Suresh has been instrumental in leading transformative initiatives, including the design and operationalization of the Cyber Fusion Center (CFC). The CFC is a state-of-the-art Center of Excellence for cyber security that converges strategic, tactical, and operational capabilities. It facilitates seamless information and intelligence sharing, enabling real-time threat intelligence, incident response, and proactive defense. Additionally, the CFC provides a 360-degree risk view to executive leadership and the board, enabling data-driven decision making and aligning cyber security strategy with organizational goals. Suresh also spearheaded the development of HELIOS platform, patented in Malaysia, an AI-driven solution recognized for its innovative approach to attack surface discovery, and threat attribution & analysis. HELIOS leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect, and respond to cyber threats in real time, setting new benchmarks for cyber security innovation. Suresh’s expertise spans Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk Management, Privacy and Data Protection, Cyber Defense, and leveraging emerging technologies like AI to enhance cyber resilience. His technical acumen is underscored by certifications such as OSCP, SANS GCIH, AWS Solutions Architect – Professional, and C|CISO. Beyond his professional achievements, Suresh is passionate about fostering the next generation of cyber security leaders. He serves as an Adjunct Professor at Perdana University, Programme Leader at the Indian School of Business (ISB), and mentors startups through the National Center of Excellence (under NASSCOM, India). As a regular speaker at global forums like LEAP, IERP, BlackHat MEA etc., he shares insights that inspire industry wide collaboration and innovation. Disclaimer: Views expressed on this platform are personal.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Leader with extensive experience in risk management and strategic implementation.
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Experience: 25 yrs 5 mos
Skills
- Cybersecurity
- Cyber Risk Management
- Executive Education
- Teaching
- Mentoring
- Start-up Support
- Higher Education Teaching
Career Highlights
- Led the design of a state-of-the-art Cyber Fusion Center.
- Inventor of the HELIOS platform for AI-driven cybersecurity.
- Passionate educator mentoring future cybersecurity leaders.
Work Experience
Indian School of Business
Program Leader (1 yr 4 mos)
Perdana University
Adjunct Professor (2 yrs 2 mos)
Tenable
Advisory Board Member (2 yrs 10 mos)
National CoE
Startup Mentor (5 yrs 2 mos)
Axiata
Group Head - Cyber Security & Data Privacy (5 yrs 10 mos)
EY
Associate Partner - Cyber Security (2 yrs 3 mos)
Vodafone
Principal Manager - Security Engineering (1 yr 4 mos)
Head - Technology Security (7 mos)
Technology Security Manager - On Secondment (1 yr 6 mos)
Deputy General Manager - Technology Security & Privacy (2 yrs 11 mos)
Sr. Manager - Technology Security & Privacy (1 yr 5 mos)
Manager - Information Security & Privacy (1 yr 7 mos)
Deputy Manager - Information Security (7 mos)
Microland Limited
Senior Security Consultant (2 yrs 4 mos)
Mahindra Special Services Group
Associate Consultant - Information Security (9 mos)
CSS Corp
Sr. Application Engineer (1 yr)
Career Break
Professional development (1 yr 1 mo)
Fourtune Computer Technologies
Product Manager - Storage (1 yr 4 mos)
Software Spectrum (I) Ltd
Sr.Executive - Technical (2 yrs 3 mos)
Education
Computer Science at University of Kerala