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Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! As a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with a forward-looking perspective, I am deeply passionate about the future of cybersecurity.As a visionary CISO, I envision:Proactive Cyber Defense: Cybersecurity should be predictive and adaptive, staying ahead of threats.Digital Transformation Enabler: Cybersecurity should fuel innovation and enable digital transformation.Data Privacy and Ethical AI: We must protect data and uphold ethical AI practices.Cyber Resilience: A robust cybersecurity posture ensures swift recovery from disruptions.Global Collaboration: Together, we can strengthen global cybersecurity efforts.Talent Development: Nurturing talent and promoting diversity are vital for the future.Key principles I live by:Risk Management: Cybersecurity is risk management—understand, assess, and mitigate.Continuous Learning: In this ever-changing field, learning is a constant.Transparency: Open communication builds trust.Adaptability: Agile strategies keep us ahead.Strategic Leadership: Aligning cybersecurity with business goals is essential.With 18 plus years of experience spanning a dynamic infosec journey, I've evolved from an Analyst specializing in risk assessment, compliance management, vulnerability assessments, into a fulltime Information Systems Auditor which enriched my perspective, answering the "why" behind security practices and then back into Infosec as a Consultant continuing the expert journey into the realms of OT Security, SOC and implementing security solutions finally evolving into a visionary infosec leader over the last 3 years with focus on exclusively leading security teams, developing strategic plans, and aligning security efforts with business objectives. This journey of mine transcended industries, offering insights and solutions to IT, ITES, Publishing, Airlines, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Entertainment and more. My unwavering passion for infosec drives me, emphasizing that it's not just about protecting data—it's about safeguarding trust in the digital world and staying ahead of evolving threats. Infosec isn't just a career—it's a calling, and I'm excited to shape its future with fellow professionals.The Future AwaitsThank you for visiting my profile, and I look forward to connecting with you on this journey!
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Vp, Infosec And GrcConfidentialUnited Arab Emirates
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Global Information Security OfficerDei (Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging) Sep 2021 - PresentDubai, United Arab EmiratesAs Global Information Security Officer (GISO) in senior executive role am responsible for:Cybersecurity Leadership: Developing and leading cybersecurity strategy and culture.Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.Security Policy & Compliance: Ensuring compliance with regulations and setting security policies.Incident Response: Managing security incidents and recovery.Security Technology: Overseeing security tools and architecture, Migration from… Show more As Global Information Security Officer (GISO) in senior executive role am responsible for:Cybersecurity Leadership: Developing and leading cybersecurity strategy and culture.Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.Security Policy & Compliance: Ensuring compliance with regulations and setting security policies.Incident Response: Managing security incidents and recovery.Security Technology: Overseeing security tools and architecture, Migration from legacy technology platform to Cloud native platformTraining & Awareness: Educating employees on cybersecurity.Vendor Risk Management: Assessing third-party security risks.Budget Management: Allocating resources and justifying security investments.Audits & Assessments: Regularly evaluating and improving security.Reporting & Communication: Providing updates to senior management and the board.Continuous Improvement: Staying current with threats and trends.Legal & Regulatory Liaison: Managing legal and compliance aspects.Crisis Management: Leading responses during cybersecurity crises.Privacy Protection: Establishing data protection programBoard Engagement: Engaging with the board on cybersecurity strategy and ROI Show less -
Security Operations Center AnalystParamount Computer Systems Oct 2020 - Aug 2021Dubai, United Arab Emirates• Investigate & triage alarms raised by L1 remote team and qualify an alarm into incident if required• Assign severity to the incidents, invoke incident response and ensure closure of incident• Design incident response procedures/ playbooks, continuously fine tune SIEM use cases with lessons learned Design SOC KPIs, weekly & monthly management presentations• Design threat hunting hypothesis, set scope and ensure successful completion of the hunt• Monitor cyber threats and take… Show more • Investigate & triage alarms raised by L1 remote team and qualify an alarm into incident if required• Assign severity to the incidents, invoke incident response and ensure closure of incident• Design incident response procedures/ playbooks, continuously fine tune SIEM use cases with lessons learned Design SOC KPIs, weekly & monthly management presentations• Design threat hunting hypothesis, set scope and ensure successful completion of the hunt• Monitor cyber threats and take preventive measures by rolling out relevant advisories & sharing IOCs• Skills/ Tools of trade: LogRyhtm, RSA Netwitness, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, NIST CSF, NIST800-61, Microsoft Windows Forensics, Anyrun.io, Hybrid Analysis, Virus Total, Alien Vault, DESCAdvisories, MISP, Firewall, IDS, Proxy, DNS, AV, IIS, Apache Log Formats, Threat Hunting on ADspecific attacks and defenses, OWASP Show less -
Information Security OfficerParamount Computer Systems Oct 2017 - Nov 2019• Spearheading Vulnerability Management Program and IT Infrastructure security baselining enterprisewide• Ensure that cyber security policies and procedures are communicated to all personnel and that compliance is enforced• Ensure compliance with the changing laws and applicable regulations, translate that knowledge to identification of risks and actionable plans to protect the enterprise crown jewels• Understand and interact with related disciplines through committees to ensure the… Show more • Spearheading Vulnerability Management Program and IT Infrastructure security baselining enterprisewide• Ensure that cyber security policies and procedures are communicated to all personnel and that compliance is enforced• Ensure compliance with the changing laws and applicable regulations, translate that knowledge to identification of risks and actionable plans to protect the enterprise crown jewels• Understand and interact with related disciplines through committees to ensure the consistent application of policies and standards across all technology projects, systems and services• Oversee identity and access management. Also implemented Privileged Access Management solution enterprise-wide• Provide training and mentoring to security team members• Skills/ Tools of trade: Nessus Security Center, Nessus Agents, CIS Benchmarks, Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit, YARA Rules, Github, Oracle Database Security Assessment Tool, Open Security Architecture, Cyber security control testing, Internal/ External IT Security Audit Liaison, OWASP, CVSS,Beyond Trust PAM solution Show less
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Information Security SpecialistNiit Technologies Limited Oct 2013 - Apr 2017Dubai, Uae• As part of the IT Security GRC team at a prominent UAE based airlines carried out group wide ISR (Dubai Information Security Regulation) gap assessment program.• Ensure that disaster recovery and business continuity plans are in place and tested• Review security policies, controls and cyber incident response planning• Review investigations after breaches or incidents, including impact analysis and recommendations for avoiding similar vulnerabilities• Designed information… Show more • As part of the IT Security GRC team at a prominent UAE based airlines carried out group wide ISR (Dubai Information Security Regulation) gap assessment program.• Ensure that disaster recovery and business continuity plans are in place and tested• Review security policies, controls and cyber incident response planning• Review investigations after breaches or incidents, including impact analysis and recommendations for avoiding similar vulnerabilities• Designed information security KPIs to measure Information Security policies and standards compliance in various enterprise wide department outside of IT• Communicate best practices and risks to all parts of the business, outside IT Ensure compliance with the changing laws and applicable regulations• Spearheaded Vulnerability Management Program and IT Infrastructure baselining for enterprise wide.• Skills/ Tools of trade: Nessus Scanner Professional, CIS Benchmarks, Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit, Oracle Database Security Assessment Tool, Open Security Architecture, Cyber security control testing, Internal/ External IT Security Audit Liaison, OWASP, CVSS, NIST CSF, ISO27001 Standards,Procedures, Guidelines, Asset based risk assessment. Show less -
Manager - Information Security AuditorSerco Global Services Sep 2010 - Aug 2013Mumbai Area, India• Develop audit work programs to offer comprehensive audit coverage as well as defined set of IT controls to evaluate the control design/implementation effectiveness for various IT technologies,applications and projects. Ensure that documentation relating to Working Papers and in support of audit findings is recorded / archived appropriately for future reference• Plan, organize and execute reviews in areas including, but not limited to: IT infrastructure; architecture;application systems… Show more • Develop audit work programs to offer comprehensive audit coverage as well as defined set of IT controls to evaluate the control design/implementation effectiveness for various IT technologies,applications and projects. Ensure that documentation relating to Working Papers and in support of audit findings is recorded / archived appropriately for future reference• Plan, organize and execute reviews in areas including, but not limited to: IT infrastructure; architecture;application systems, IT projects; information/cybersecurity (e.g. network, operating system, cloud,database, security incident response); disaster contingency planning; and IT processes in order to ensure that information system risks are identified and managed in an effective manner• Analyze and keep up-to-date the risk profiles of IT areas so as to identify the priority areas and recommend them to Internal Audit management for prioritization. This involved on-going liaison with IT Managers and Business Unit Managers regarding the status of these IT areas• Draft the audit report, follow up on responses and ensure appropriate action is taken to implement agreed audit recommendations• Skills/ Tools of trade: End to end liaison for SOC type 2 audit, Client specific compliance audits, ISO27001,PCI DSS v2 control implementer & external certification liaison, Technology Risk Assessment, OpenSecurity Architecture, Third Party IT Security Auditor, Security Awareness Trainer Show less -
Am - Is AuditorEclerx Mar 2010 - Sep 2010Mumbai Area, IndiaTechnical Risk AdvisoryVulnerability AssessmentISMS Internal AuditsPre-Client Visit Compliance Audits -
Qa - Information SecurityFiserv Aug 2008 - Sep 2009Lead Coordinator - ISO 27001 Coordinator - PCI DSS v1.2Coordinator - BCPInternal AuditsVulnerability Assesment using toolsRisk Assesment -
Associate Engineer - Systems SupportCsc 2006 - 2007
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Mayank Thakar Education Details
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National Victor Public School, New DelhiPcm And Computer Science -
Dav Public School, Kota, RajasthanCbse 10Th Curriculum
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