Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Domain Exposure
Projects Executed
Accomplishments
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Anand Chirathadam

Anand Chirathadam

Cyber Security Professional
Thrissur

Summary

Cyber Security professional with 12 years of progressive experience in BFSI industry. Extensive experience testing security framework, breach assessment, gap assessment and aligning business process for compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated skill identifying business risks and compliance issues and designing proactive solutions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Deputy Manager (IS Audit)

State Bank of India
02.2018 - Current
  • Promoted continuous improvement within the organization through ongoing evaluation of policies, procedures, and technology implementations against best practices in information systems auditing.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of disaster recovery plans and business continuity measures, ensuring organizations were prepared to resume operations with minimal disruption in the event of a system failure or cyber attack.
  • Protected sensitive client data by ensuring proper access controls were implemented across all systems reviewed during audits.
  • Maintained professional knowledge by attending industry conferences, participating in training sessions, and staying current on emerging trends in information systems auditing.

Senior Security Consultant and Project Manager

Paladion Networks
09.2013 - 01.2018
  • Enhanced security measures by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Streamlined incident response processes through the development and implementation of standardized protocols and tools.
  • Played a critical role in post-breach investigations, providing expert insights to help clients understand the root cause of incidents and prevent future occurrences.
  • Trained clients'' employees in cybersecurity awareness, reducing the likelihood of internal threats and human error incidents.
  • Actively participated in professional organizations and industry forums to stay current on trends, threats, and best practices in cybersecurity.
  • Reviewed existing organizational policies to ensure alignment with current security best practices, making revisions as needed to close gaps in protection.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth within the organization.

Internship Trainee - Cosulting

Paladion Networks
02.2013 - 08.2013
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address non-conformities, resulting in timely resolution and prevention of recurring issues.
  • Established a robust internal audit program that maintained compliance with ISO requirements while continually identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • .Conducted gap assessment, site audits for compliance to ISMS and BCMS certifications
  • Conducted data theft forensic assessment to identify data breach

Associate Consultant - Business Intelligence

Oracle Financial Services Software Limited
11.2009 - 07.2011
  • Assisted clients in making more informed strategic decisions through the generation of detailed forecasting models.
  • Provided ongoing support for end-users, troubleshooting issues with BI reports and ensuring timely resolution of problems.
  • Managed a robust system for tracking change requests from initiation through approval, implementation, and post-implementation review stages.
  • Monitored post-implementation performance metrics, continuously improving processes based on feedback and data analysis.

Education

M.Tech - Cyber Security

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
04.2001 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science & Engineering

University of Calicut
Thrissur, Kerala
07.2009

Skills

Internal Controls

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Certification

CISA

Domain Exposure

Banking, Financial services and Insurance (BFSI), Oil and Natural Gas

Projects Executed

  • Leading Bank in Egypt, PCI DSS Compliance Certification, Project Manager
  • Leading Financial Institution in Kuwait, Breach and Exposure Assessment, Project Manager
  • Leading ecommerce website in UAE, PCI DSS Compliance Certification, Project Manager
  • Leading Bank in Qatar, ISO 22301:2012 Internal Audit, Project Manager
  • Leading e-wallet service provider in Thailand, PCI DSS Compliance - SAQ Certification, Project Manager
  • Leading Bank in Abu Dhabi, UAE, ISO27001:2013 Implementation and Certification, Project Manager
  • Leading Private Bank in India, Vendor Risk Management Framework, Team Member

Accomplishments

Collaborated with ISC2 as Cyber Security Exam Development Volunteer for CCSP, CISSP exams and as scholarship application reviewer for ISC2 Graduate Cybersecurity Scholarship and ISC2 Undergraduate Cybersecurity Scholarship. Volunteered as document reviewed for ISACA Security Incident Management Audit program and member in ISACA new technology Identification Working group.

Obtained accolade from Deputy Managing Director - Internal Audit for work done in Internal Audit and received Paladion Silver Star for executing complex projects

Timeline

Deputy Manager (IS Audit)

State Bank of India
02.2018 - Current

Senior Security Consultant and Project Manager

Paladion Networks
09.2013 - 01.2018

Internship Trainee - Cosulting

Paladion Networks
02.2013 - 08.2013

Associate Consultant - Business Intelligence

Oracle Financial Services Software Limited
11.2009 - 07.2011

M.Tech - Cyber Security

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
04.2001 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science & Engineering

University of Calicut
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