Abhilash Raghavendra Saladi
Summary
Seasoned Risk and Compliance Consultant and Internal Auditor with extensive expertise in IT consulting, service delivery, and business continuity. Proven track record in strategizing and managing information security programs, with a strong focus on optimizing budget, quality, and timelines. Solid foundation in Information Security supported by a bachelor's degree in Technology, specializing in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Committed to driving organizational success through effective risk management and compliance solutions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant General Manager (InfoSec)
HCL Technologies
01.2025 - Current
- Led operational initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline service delivery.
- Developed training programs for staff to improve service quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented strategic plans for optimization and improving Information Security Management System effectiveness.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive team accountability.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to align goals and enhance collaboration among teams.
- Supported recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity culture and values.
- Mentored junior managers, fostering professional development and promoting leadership skills within the team.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Collaborated with GM an AVP on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
REGIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER
HCL Technologies
02.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded Compliance Assurance against ISO 27001 requirements, SSAE 18/ISAE 3402 (SOC 1 and SOC 2) requirements, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Information Security Management, Identity & Access Management, and Risk Modelling.
- Managed governance & reporting with Business Assurance Leadership.
- Whilst executing Risk Management, focused on key operations such as: Liaison with senior delivery staff/leadership and the client as needed on risk-related items.
- Conducted 'Enhance Compliance Assessments' and reporting for all engagements based out of the Philippines region.
- Driven improvement of engagement compliance posture by identifying and closing risk-related gaps.
- Contributed to organizational/Regional level New/Ad hoc/Automation initiatives as directed by the management to enhance program maturity.
- As part of Risk Advisory, providing Information Security awareness for the Philippines Leadership.
- Acted as the engagement escalation point for risk-related items between the engagement and the larger R&C corporate organization.
- Ensured Contractual and Baseline Compliance through onboarding risk assessments as part of all new process transitions.
- Worked with other R&C location leads or services teams to support Internal and External Audits.
GROUP MANAGER (RISK AND COMPLIANCE)
HCL Technologies (India)
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed global teams in conducting comprehensive assessments of management, operational and technical security controls within the cybersecurity system.
- Spearheaded compliance and audit testing programs.
- Effectively executed periodic risk assessments and drove the integration of remediation efforts.
- Translated business, industry, and regulatory requirements into information security objectives and associated strategic initiatives.
- Collaborated with engagement teams while enabling functions of Information Security, IT, BCP, and Vendor Risk Management to complete the testing of controls for assigned projects.
GLOBAL MANAGER (INFORMATION SECURITY)
Concentrix Daksh
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Implemented security standards such as ISO27001/22301.
- Facilitated Internal Security and ITGC Audits as per ISO27001, ISO22301, and IRDAI.
- Strengthened Information Security perimeter by designing and implementing Rights Management System and DLP policies.
- Driven application security and vulnerability management for all internal and external applications.
- Developed policies, standards, procedures, and processes to detect and prevent fraud, leakage, and abuse of sensitive information.
MANAGER (INFORMATION SECURITY & BUSINESS CONTINUITY)
Max Life Insurance
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed components of the Risk Management and Risk Identification process based on the pre-defined objectives.
- Conducted frequent internal risk and compliance audits.
- Identified client requirements on compliance and carried out client-specific audits such as TPSA.
- Developed and conducted workshops, discussion forums, risk surveys, and risk training sessions, including training for senior management teams.
- Identified potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk and responding by developing/implementing corrective action plans.
ASSOCIATE MANAGER (RISK & COMPLIANCE)
HCL Technologies
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Coordinated Information Security audits throughout its lifecycle and recommended solutions to control weaknesses.
- Conducted risk-focused audits and identified key risk areas in the IT environment.
- Prepared monthly metrics dashboards for analyzing relevant trends and projections.
- Reviewed findings and recommendations prior to audit report issuing and finalized the ownership and remediation of the identified findings.
- Coordinated with site BIRO (Business Information Risk Officer) in developing and enhancing security policies.
INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST
HSBC EDP India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2007 - 01.2014
- Migrated Processes from US to India.
- Designed an automated dashboard for the monthly BRCM Audit Management meetings, a project utilized for Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification.
- Designed monthly vulnerability assessment dashboard on Power BI Platform.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Andhra Pradesh
Skills
- Symantec Endpoint Protection
- Seclore
- IBM BigFix
- CASB
- Burp Suite
- HP Web Inspect
- Nessus
- Wireshark
- MS Office Suite
- Pre-Sales
- Information Security
- Vendor Risk Management and Audits
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- ISMS and BCMS
- PCI-DSS assessments and PADSS validations
- IT General Controls Review
- Client Engagement and Client Audits
- Security Configuration Review
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Application Security Assessment
- Incident Response
- Network Security
- Cybersecurity
Certification
- ITIL V3 Foundation Certified
- ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems (ISMS)
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA)
- Certified PCI DSS V3.2.1 Implementor- BSI
- Certified Payment Card Industry Security Implementer (CPISI)SISA Certificate #015000
Accomplishments
- Migrated Processes from US to India.
- Designed an automated dashboard for the monthly BRCM Audit Management meetings, a project utilized for Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification.
- Designed monthly vulnerability assessment dashboard on Power BI Platform.
- Concentrix Asia Recognition for Excellence in performance 2019.
- Recognized 'Best Performer of the year' by Chief Operating Officer of Max Life Insurance, V.Vishwanand in 2017.
- Awarded Best Sustainable Saves from the S&FR Department for the year 2012 at HSBC HDPI.
- Received Appreciations From Business Area For Consistent Performance In Business Risk And Control Management.
Tools Platforms
- Symantec Endpoint Protection
- Seclore
- IBM BigFix
- CASB
- Burp Suite
- HP Web Inspect
- Nessus
- Wireshark
- MS Office Suite
Affiliations
- ISACA Member
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Assistant General Manager (InfoSec)
HCL Technologies
01.2025 - Current
REGIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER
HCL Technologies
02.2022 - Current
GROUP MANAGER (RISK AND COMPLIANCE)
HCL Technologies (India)
05.2020 - 12.2021
GLOBAL MANAGER (INFORMATION SECURITY)
Concentrix Daksh
06.2017 - 05.2020
MANAGER (INFORMATION SECURITY & BUSINESS CONTINUITY)
Max Life Insurance
07.2015 - 06.2017
ASSOCIATE MANAGER (RISK & COMPLIANCE)
HCL Technologies
01.2014 - 07.2015
INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST
HSBC EDP India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2007 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Andhra Pradesh