Business : "We need to do A & B"Security Architect: "That’s great; and here's how to do it securely".I enable businesses fulfill their needs securely. I enjoy bridging the not-so-uncommon disconnect between the 'business' domain and the 'security' domain.I develop and design robust architectures securing networks, platforms, cloud services, enterprise mobility and applications. To accomplish this, I adopt different methodologies ensuring security architecture is risk focused and traceably support business objectives.16 years of professional journey in Cyber Security & Risk consulting, in security consulting, Architecting, Assesments & auditing and implementation has taught me the following about myself: Develop and design security architectures around complex technical infrastructure and comprising systems- The business context drives architecture designs- Eye on the threat landscape & identify the attack surface- Adhere to ‘secure by design’ principles identify, analyze, evaluate security risks and recommend mitigating controls- Facilitate risk-informed decision making- Communicate security and risk implications to tech and exec- Follow Risk Management guidelines and frameworks like ISO31000 Perform assessments and audits to ensure that the security controls are performing at the expected level.- Employ data collection methods such as interviews, questionnaires, document review- Utilize frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST CSF, SANS 20 CSC Conuslting - Develop information security policies and standards factoring external (e.g. regulations) and internal (e.g. corporate policies and needs) context Advisory services - assist, advice and guide on consistently maintaining and improving information security across the organization Manage and deliver projects from inception through deliveryI am adept at Architecting, Developing & Implementing Security Solutions, conducting Security Risk Assessment, Vulnerability Assessment/Penetration Testing and Security Audits and managing IT Security Infrastructure. I have a proven track record of successfully delivering projects and managing them as well for various verticals which include Banking, IT, ITES, Telecom and Consulting organizations.As an an effective leader / communicator with strong analytical, relationship management and problem-solving skills, I have acquired substantial experience in all stages of Information Security Solutioning including requirements gathering, solution design & architecture, implementation, testing, and management/support.