Amardeep Virdee Email & Phone Number

London, United Kingdom

I spearhead the Global GRC Team, serving as the primary point of contact for all GRC-related matters. I demonstrate autonomy and proactive project management skills as a key member of the InfoSec team, driving initiatives independently as needed. I develop and implement strategic plans, effectively prioritise workloads, and delegate tasks efficiently to optimise project outcomes and team performance.● Hold global accountability for cyber security risk management and GRC functions, driving the continuous improvement of processes and policies to ensure robust security measures.● Perform gap analyses and Security Impact Analysis Investigations (SIAIs) to pinpoint vulnerabilities, assess risks, and develop remediation strategies.● Manage third-party vendor risk effectively by leveraging ERM tools such as UpGuard and CyberGRX.● Deliver impactful training and engaging phishing campaigns through LMS platforms, achieving a completion rate >97% user base of 14,000 users in 2023.● Instrumental in achieving SOC2 certification for Lucera and actively involved in pursuing ISO certification for Newlitic to elevate organisational security standards.● Lead the assessment and implementation of ForcePoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) tools to address GDPR requirements and evolving Data-Centric Operational Risk Assessments (DORA).● Responsible for regulatory audit and exam responses for FINRA, SEC, MAS, FCA, SWIFT and the DFSA.● Prepare and deliver comprehensive responses for regulatory examinations conducted by clients and regulators, demonstrating a strong commitment to regulatory compliance.● Develop and maintain Information Security policies and standards, conducting annual reviews to uphold adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements.● Demonstrate a proficient understanding of the NIST CSF and ISO standards leveraging this knowledge to enhance cybersecurity practices & compliance efforts.

London, United Kingdom

In this position, I designed and implemented an application security governance framework in partnership with GIS, empowering developers to proactively address security vulnerabilities and adhere to best practices, with ongoing framework enhancements. I also ensured the stability and security of all desktop applications, overseeing development and packaging processes to meet stringent performance and security standards.● Led the creation of GIS security baselines for application development and packaging, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to security standards throughout the software development lifecycle.● Managed the build, maintenance, and updates of virtual devices utilised for packaging and testing purposes, emphasising the importance of maintaining up-to-date patch levels to mitigate security risks effectively.● Collaborated closely with the Global Information Security (GIS) team to assess application vulnerabilities, identify risks, and implement robust mitigation strategies.● Demonstrated exceptional communication skills with business stakeholders, effectively identifying requirements and delivering solutions within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs), consistently exceeding expectations (>98%) and ensuring proactive management of SLAs.● Proficient in utilising a current toolset including Admin Studio (AS) 2014, MSI, AppV4.6 & AppV5, Configuration Manager (CM) 2012 SP1, XenApp 6.5, Orca, VBScript, and PowerShell to optimise application management processes.● Spearheaded weekly global engineering meetings to facilitate knowledge sharing, problem-solving, and the exploration of new technologies, fostering a collaborative environment for continuous improvement.● Managed a diverse team of 12 engineers across multiple locations in the U.S., U.K, and India, overseeing their performance, development, and alignment with organisational goals.

London Area, United Kingdom

In this position, I conducted comprehensive assessments of business requirements across multiple sites in London and South England, preparing applications for migration to new offices in Canary Wharf. I also implemented application stack creation strategies across multiple sites to streamline Line of Business (LOB) operations, optimising software usage and minimising redundant work efforts.● Generated detailed technical documentation for each application, capturing relative complexities to support seamless transition and deployment processes.● Utilized WPS 5.0 to create MSI packages for deployment in NVDM, ensuring efficient and standardised application deployment practices.● Took ownership of complete business areas to conduct thorough assessments, guaranteeing comprehensive evaluation and readiness for migration.

Harlow, England, United Kingdom

I developed and implemented MSI and WinInstall packages tailored to meet the specific needs of the R&D business. Successfully optimised package deployment processes, resulting in an increase in efficiency and a reduction in deployment time.● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless distribution of packages via SMS and WinInstall, enhancing overall software deployment effectiveness.● Led the testing and troubleshooting of packages to guarantee compatibility and functionality across various systems, ensuring a smooth rollout for end-users.