Jayasimha P
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic IT security professional with extensive experience at Kyndryl Solutions, specializing in IT security consultation and risk management. Proven track record in leading large teams and delivering successful security projects. Adept at cloud security architecture and business development, driving compliance and achieving high client satisfaction ratings. Passionate about enhancing security resilience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior lead security (Consult security & resiliency)
Kyndryl Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - Current
- Managed security incidents, ensuring rapid response and resolution to minimize impact on operations.
- SIEM Integration with QRADAR on client environment both cloud and Native data centre.
- New RFC and architecture consultation for customer Infrastructure on security aspects.
- Collaborated with cloud and native datacenter teams on security management activities to enhance overall security posture.
- Conducted regular customer interactions through monthly and quarterly presentations, providing updates on security progress and status.
- Business proposals and consultation for various Kyndryl customers on security management.
Information security delivery specialist
Kyndryl Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Served as chief information security advisor for UKI client across multiple locations in information and broadcasting, managing security portfolio while coordinating with infrastructure, middleware, application, and database teams.
- Developed security architecture for client SIEM integrations and incident response planning.
- Facilitated core technology support, including WAF, vulnerability management, penetration testing tools, and IPS/IDS devices for client.
Information Security Manager- UKI Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Advised UKI client on security risk and compliance management, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
- Handled decisions on IT security RFC requirements, facilitating effective risk management.
- Coordinated governance interface between customer and delivery teams on security activities, enhancing communication and alignment.
- Project Management on IT Security Implementation projects.
Account Compliance Manager-Team Lead- UK Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Led the global compliance team for the client, managing 14 members and overseeing issue management, patch management, secondary control CAR, CDW/CDH, SESDR, ECM gap management, and SOX compliance activities.
- Supporting the business to achieve 100% audit SAT and be Audit Ready always by monitoring all metrics like Health check, APARs, CIRATs, CAR and Regulatory SOX compliant for my account.
- Achieved productivity targets set by organization while supporting financial goals defined by IOTs through effective resource allocation and work assignment for team.
- Worked on Get-2 SAT Programs for account, targeting at least 90% MSAC rate.
- Implemented Agile methodologies across all processes for risk & compliance team, enhancing team adaptability and responsiveness.
- Conducted independent inspections within IOT to accurately evaluate MSA and CWP ratings.
Account security Manager- Nordic Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Acted as SME on information risk management, guiding teams in best practices and compliance.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities, enhancing overall security posture.
- Ensured formal documentation for security-related risks was accurate and compliant with IBM and contractual requirements, facilitating risk management processes.
- Performed security assessments in alignment with SARM Global IT Security Risk Assessment Method Guidance, detailing exposures and rating vulnerabilities.
Service delivery Manager
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
12.2013 - 06.2014
- SPOC for largest CGI account with 1300 users CME group been certified, having 3 certifications (ISO 9001:2008, ISO 20000-1, and ISO 27001).
- Managed IT services for 1300 people project (Service delivery & Technical Domains).
- Appreciated for achieving the transitions from onsite BU in 3 months and meeting set targets for T2 application support of 300 applications, end user automation, and incident reduction.
- Overall contributed for Spearheaded the service delivery and service support for multiple customers located in India and other geographies.
- Spearheaded the Technical Domains of the Remote Support Centre (Domains like UNIX, WINTEL, Database, Security, Network, Voice and Middleware application), this team comprises 280 resources.
- Ensured average attrition % of people, it was 2% and it is much lower than the defined attrition norm.
- Achieved C-sat rating of 9.2 on a scale of 1-10, for various internal clients for IT service.
- Ensured “per head revenue realization” is above the defined norms.
- Managing a team of ITIL practitioners comprise Incident, problem, and Change, Release and Configuration managers for all large accounts.
- MNC
Lead Analyst
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Managed 4 to 8 IT infrastructure projects, enhancing operational stability.
- Lead all audits related to IT Information security internal and external clients.
- Active role for migration of Nortel to Cisco platform in 4 hrs downtime across India locations was an achievement to IT team.
- Led IT support team of 35 members, ensuring effective service delivery.
- Received Leading STAR award for best people management.
- Developed employee satisfaction and growth through management of IT services and service desk operations for internal clients.
- Worked in multinational corporation, supporting diverse IT projects.
Assistant Manager IS- IT
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
05.2007 - 12.2013
- Heading India BU IT service operation and delivery for almost 5,000+ users across locations in CGI India.
- Managed the services catalogue according to ITIL V3 standards.
- Providing Inputs to management review for IT performance and dashboard presentation.
- Acting as an IT DISO (departmental info sec officer) for process and compliance implementation.
- IT Infra Tools - Single point of contact for Sales/Pre-sales team & evaluation of new tools, (Type of tools like Service desk, EMS, Asset management, Automation, Monitoring, Management & Reporting tools).
- Mobility practice – Black berry field support, BES/BIS support & Application availability services.
- Conducted IQMS quality audits for ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 20000-1, enhancing adherence to IT service standards.
- Key focus on Green Initiatives, paperless office, Virtualization and Cloud computing.
- Managed IT hardware life cycle, ensuring optimal performance and timely upgrades.
- Primary IT SPOC for all CSR activities across the organization.
- Consulted on IT infrastructure changes, transitions, and migrations as a change advisory board member.
Senior Systems administrator
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Ensured infrastructure server uptime and managed file service operations.
- Coordinated backup and business continuity processes while overseeing information security measures.
- Acted as the single point of contact for IT requirements at the CGI Bangalore facility, serving 400 users.
- Managed relationships with ISPs and vendors for network, server, and device service management.
- Client visits and event management as part of IT.
- Facilitated movement handling for all IT requirements.
- Managed operations for a multinational corporation.
Sr Systems administrator
AK Aerotek software Centre Pvt Ltd
04.2001 - 05.2007
- Managed network infrastructure, including switches, firewalls, routers, and ISP coordination.
- Designed and implemented IT infrastructure for new facility, supporting 250 users.
- Handling all Infra server and desktop support for internal members.
- Achieved compliance with safety-critical information security protocols during internal audits.
- Process management for ISO and related certification to organization level.
- Installed support systems for VMS servers to enhance safety protocols.
- Automated and enhanced software life cycle management processes.
Education
Diploma -
Electronic & Communication
Post Diploma -
Computer Engineering
BBA - part time
Annamalai University
Skills
- IT security consultation
- IT Risk Management
- IT security compliance
- Cloud security architect
- Business development & Management
- Process Stabilization
- Service Delivery Management
- Large Team Management
- Program Management
- Practice / New service offerings
- IT operations
- New IT Facility setup
Certification
•CCSK V5
• LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt trained & Certified (BSI)
• Cloud security assessor (BSI)
• Certified Privacy and EU GDPR Practitioner (CPEGP)
• ISO 27001-2022 Lead auditor.
• Algosec foundation engineer.
• IBM Badges acclaimed IBM Certified Security Essentials, Qradar Technical sales, Qradar Advisory with WATSON Integration.
• LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt trained & Certified (BSI)
• Cloud security assessor (BSI)
• Certified Privacy and EU GDPR Practitioner (CPEGP)
• ISO 27001-2022 Lead auditor.
• Algosec foundation engineer.
• IBM Badges acclaimed IBM Certified Security Essentials, Qradar Technical sales, Qradar Advisory with WATSON Integration.
Management Related
- Leaders Program – Exclusive leadership program to sharpen the leader’s qualities, Sales promotion and product evaluation for leaders.
- International Business Etiquette, Customer Engagement Skills workshop, New Leaders Program Effective Presentation skills.
Training
- All compliance related Industry standard like SOX, PCI-DSS, HIPPA, etc
- IBM Internal training on Risk and compliance management.
- GDPR Implementation specialist
- PMP Training completed
- ISO – 9001:2008 trained
- Self-learning towards CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CCSK
- Leadership training 101 (Internal)
- AWS Certified Solution Architect-Associate 2020
Core Functional Strengths
- SLA driven; history of consistently achieving set SLA targets for service delivery.
- IT security controls planning and implementation.
- Proficient in heading Service delivery of large and complex programs & managing large teams.
- Proficient in people processes, talent engagement and development.
- Good exposure to Remote Service delivery, eMobility and in-depth exposure to IT infra-Tools.
- Exceptional client relationship, relate easily with clients across industries, comprehend business situation, understand needs & position customized solutions by effective usage of technology.
- Dynamic leader and mentor, able to build team cohesion and inspire team members to strive towards higher levels of achievements.
- Process vision and design, enhancement strategy and transition strategy.
- Expertise in preparing effective SOWs, defining SLAs and Contractual terms & conditions.
- Expertise in setting up new facility and migration of IT services without any business impact.
- Exposure to innovative service offerings like Cyber security, e-Mail, CLOUD Computing, Virtualization etc.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Available on request
- Date of Birth: 03/11/74
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior lead security (Consult security & resiliency)
Kyndryl Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - Current
Information security delivery specialist
Kyndryl Solutions Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 10.2022
Information Security Manager- UKI Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 12.2021
Account Compliance Manager-Team Lead- UK Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 08.2017
Account security Manager- Nordic Client
IBM India Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 06.2016
Service delivery Manager
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
12.2013 - 06.2014
Lead Analyst
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2013
Assistant Manager IS- IT
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
05.2007 - 12.2013
Senior Systems administrator
CGI Information systems and Management consultants Pvt Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2010
Sr Systems administrator
AK Aerotek software Centre Pvt Ltd
04.2001 - 05.2007
Diploma -
Electronic & Communication
Post Diploma -
Computer Engineering
BBA - part time
Annamalai University