Director - Audit And Compliance
CurrentResponsibilities: Global Head leading Quality, Audit, Compliance and Security Management Systems at Accelya Implemented compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant regulations and standards, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, PCI: DSS, CiQ and ISAE 3402/SSAE 18 (SOC 1, SOC 2) resulting in a 30% reduction in compliance violations. Led the QMS that resulted in 25% reduction in defects and improved customer satisfaction ratings. Improved data security measures by implementing security protocols, conducting regular risk assessments, and mitigation plans to reduce quality, security, and privacy risks, while providing security training to employees. Internal/External Audit Management: Pre-audit Planning, Audit reviews, CAPA/NCR and OFIs. Manage ongoing compliance monitoring / control activities and continuously improve them. Metrics and Dashboard Reporting: identify and work on KPIs to identify undesirable trends/ seek improvements. Support new client acquisitions, business development and existing clients Managed team of quality, security professionals. Provided coaching and training to ensure effective implementation of programs. Developed, tracked, and managed departmental expense, capital budgets and headcount projections. Report to senior management on the status of quality, security, and compliance programs. Currently implementing EMS, BCM and ITSM standards Awarded Domain Expert of the company. Member of the POSH committee, Accelya Women’s Network and Lead Mumbai for Women's ERG.