HARSHAD GUJAR
Cyber & AI GRC Leader specializing in Pre-Sales and Delivery
Mumbai
Summary
Results-oriented Cybersecurity and GRC Program Leader with over 16 years of total experience, including 11+ years in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk governance for global enterprises. Proven success delivering high-impact programs aligned with ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and GDPR across SaaS, MDR, and cloud environments. Currently upskilling in AI governance frameworks to align with emerging compliance trends. Achieved ISO 42001 Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor certifications strengthening expertise in AI governance frameworks. Adept at designing scalable control frameworks, leading multi-regional audit programs, and embedding security into product development and operational workflows.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager – Cybersecurity (MDR Product Division)
Atos Global IT Solutions And Services
07.2021 - Current
- Lead global MDR-SIEM program delivery across North and South America, driving adoption of QRadar- and ArcSight-based SIEM solutions.
- Maintain full compliance documentation for ISO 27001 and SOC 2 for the Alsaac MDR-SIEM platform, ensuring continuous audit readiness and regulatory alignment.
- Manage control mapping, remediation tracking, and stakeholder coordination with engineering, product, and audit teams.
- Delivered 20% gross margin on a $5M cybersecurity program through streamlined operations and process optimization.
- Reduced onboarding timelines and improved SLA adherence by redesigning client onboarding workflows.
- Partner with pre-sales and bid teams to drive new business, contributing directly to qualified pipeline generation.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Manager – Cybersecurity Consulting
KPMG Assurance & Consulting LLP
12.2017 - 07.2021
- Led the Cybersecurity Strategy Development for the Saudi Ministry of Communication & IT (MCIT) based on NIST CSF and ISO 27001.
- Delivered full-lifecycle security governance frameworks (IT & OT) for clients including Nayara Energy (Essar Oil) and Axis Bank.
- Conducted ISO 27001 audits, GDPR gap assessments, and BCP/DR evaluations.
- Managed multi-regional security consulting projects in APAC and Middle East.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Manager – Information Security
Quality Kiosk Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Led ISO 27001 implementation, policy development, and certification audits.
- Executed quarterly Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Testing (VAPT) with prioritized remediation cycles.
- Implemented endpoint security and DLP solutions through structured POC, vendor management, and UAT cycles.
- Managed 4-member security team and won the “Spirit of Innovation” award.
- Protected sensitive data by establishing access controls, data encryption measures, and secure network architectures.
Specialist – Global Continuity Services
Orange Business Services
07.2014 - 03.2016
- Developed 4G-based continuity service framework; improved service resilience and reporting metrics.
- Improved SLA governance by standardizing incident and escalation protocols.
Senior Analyst, Network Ops
Mphasis (HP)
01.2013 - 01.2014
Sr. Executive, Project Engineering
Hughes Communications
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sr. Engineer, NOC
Alcatel-Lucent Managed Services
01.2009 - 01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Telecommunication
01.2008
Diploma - Electronics & Video Engineering
01.2005
Skills
Cybersecurity Program Management
Certification
ISO 42001:2023 Lead Implementer
Timeline
COBIT
12-2025
Securiti : AI Security & Governance
10-2025
ISO 42001:2023 Lead Implementer
08-2025
ISO 42001:2023 Lead Auditor
08-2025
ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor
05-2024
CISM
03-2024
Google: Introduction to Generative AI
01-2024
Senior Manager – Cybersecurity (MDR Product Division) - Atos Global IT Solutions And Services
07.2021 - Current
Manager – Cybersecurity Consulting - KPMG Assurance & Consulting LLP
12.2017 - 07.2021
Certified Ethical Hacker v9
05-2017
Manager – Information Security - Quality Kiosk Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
03.2016 - 12.2017
Specialist – Global Continuity Services - Orange Business Services
07.2014 - 03.2016
Senior Analyst, Network Ops - Mphasis (HP)
01.2013 - 01.2014
Sr. Executive, Project Engineering - Hughes Communications
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sr. Engineer, NOC - Alcatel-Lucent Managed Services
01.2009 - 01.2011
VESP - Diploma, Electronics & Video Engineering
PVPP COE, Mumbai University - Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication
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