With over 18 years of experience in the cybersecurity field, I am a passionate and driven leader who oversees the Product Security Architecture team at Xantica in Bengalluru. As a Director of Security Architecture, I am responsible for designing and implementing security solutions that protect Xantica's products and services from cyber threats, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, and enabling business innovation and growth.I have a strong background and credentials in cybersecurity, cloud security, and risk management, holding certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CCSP, AWS, AZURE and Chartered Security Architect. I have successfully led the Third Party Technology Risk Management and Product Security Architecture teams at Xantica in AP and CEMEA regions, where I managed the security assessment and governance of Visa and their vendors and partners. I have also contributed to the development and delivery of enterprise security solutions across different sectors, leveraging my expertise in risk assessment, application security, and security architecture. I am motivated by the challenge and opportunity to secure the world's largest payment network and enhance the trust and confidence of Xantica's customers and stakeholders.