Cyber Security Governance | GRC Consulting | Business Continuity | Lead Auditor
Accomplished GRC consultant, cybersecurity auditor, and business resilience expert with 40+ years of leadership experience across defence services, enterprise consulting, and independent advisory. Specialized in cybersecurity governance, information security audits, business continuity, privacy assurance, and regulatory compliance across BFSI, manufacturing, healthcare, and enterprise sectors. Backed by a distinguished 21+ year Indian Navy career and extensive industry consulting expertise.
Professional Competencies
Professional Experience
Independent GRC Consultant
Lead Auditor for ISMS, PIMS & BCMS (2022–Present)
Tata Consultancy Services
Senior Consultant, Information Security & BCM (2007–2022)
Mahindra Special Service Group
Lead Consultant, Information Security (2006–2007)
Indian Navy
Commander (Submariner) & Strategic Operations Leader (1985–2006)
Education
- Master of Financial Management (MFM) - University of Mumbai
- B.E., Electronics and Communication Engineering - Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai
Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Lead Auditor ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018
- Lead Auditor & Implementer ISO 22301
- Lead Auditor ISO 27701 - Privacy Information Management System
- Lead Auditor ISO 9001:2015
Achievements
- Completed 250+ enterprise audits across cybersecurity, privacy, business continuity, and quality domains
- Delivered strategic security, compliance, and ISO framework implementation assurance for global organizations
- Served as ISACA trainer and industry speaker for cybersecurity, BCM, privacy, and professional certification programs
Credentials & Advisory Value
CISA | CISM | Lead Auditor: ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 22301, ISO 27701, ISO 9001:2015 | Indian Navy Commander (Retd.)