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Kartik S Iyer

Kartik S Iyer

Cyber Security Professional
Doha,MH

Summary

Accomplished Manager with 9+ years of experience in cyber security consistently rising through ranks. Well-versed in Information/Cyber Security, Project Management and Governance Risk Compliance (GRC). Dedicated to complete knowledge of company services for optimized customer service.

Overview

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4
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Certificate
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10
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Mazars Qatar
Doha , Qatar
06.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for leading deliverables and ensuring end to end project management experience is delivered to leading telecom giants, leading banks, cloud security providers, assurance companies and overseas clients.
  • Currently managing and leading Internal/External Audits, Cybersecurity Framework Reviews (CSF), NIA Audit, Regulatory Audits, Cyber Maturity Assessment, ICS/SCADA Review.
  • Experienced in performing Infrastructure Review, Endpoint Security Review, Network Architecture Reviews, Third Party Vendor Security Reviews, IT General Control Reviews, SWIFT Network Review (Banks), Android Mobile Application Security Testing, Application Source Code Review, Firewall Rule Based Reviews, Configuration Reviews of Network and Security Devices.
  • Training team members and conducting Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing, SDLC Review, and Application Functional Reviews.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies
  • Established objectives to offer team members clear roadmap to help company achieve overall goals
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements and evaluate progress toward goals
  • Recognized staff for contributions to company success to foster engagement and increase productivity
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.

Assistant Manager - Cyber Security

KPMG
Mumbai , Maharashtra
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Responsible for Project Management and performing Application Security Testing, Network VAPT, Android Mobile Testing & Thick Client applications for an international client in Egypt.
  • Helped my team to generate critical leads by managing client deliverables, risk processes and preparation of business proposals.
  • Achieved recognition from senior management for managing and executing Cyber maturity Assessments, SCADA/OT Review, SWIFT Infrastructure Reviews,Network Architecture reviews, Firewall Audits of leading banks & assurance companies.
  • Helped streamline security posture of clients by carrying out process reviews, vendor audits & helping clients implement security best practices.
  • Assisted and managed Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments on thin & thick based applications, security audits, secure code reviews, application security design reviews, MBSS (Minimum Baseline Security Standards) reviews for various clients.
  • Undertook additional responsibility of Extending IT support capabilities for team members at client site.
  • Responsible for preparing test cases and audit reports for the vulnerability assessment, audits performed.
  • Handling critical client queries related to security audits performed.
    Responsible for Risk Assurance, Project Management and Quality Assurance processes.

Experienced Consultant - Assurance

PwC
Mumbai , Maharashtra
2016.09 - 2018.05
  • Managed and executed IT General Control Audits, SWIFT Infrastructure Reviews, Network Architecture Reviews, Firewall Audits, Malware Audit for critical systems of leading banks & assurance companies.
  • Performed and managed data migration audits for bank merger process.
  • Ensuring data protection and privacy standards are implemented to safeguard critical information.
  • Responsible for Risk Assurance, Project Management and Quality assurance processes.

Information Security Analyst

Network Intelligence India Private Limited
Mumbai , Maharashtra
2015.08 - 2016.09
  • Performed Threat Modeling and Application Security Risk reviews.
  • Performed and managed Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments, configuration audits and VLAN Segregation audits.
  • Managing and preparation of test cases and audit reports for the vulnerability assessment performed.

Associate Information Security Consultant

Indusface Private Limited
Mumbai , Maharashtra
2013.07 - 2015.07
  • Carried out manual and automated intrusive cyber security audits/testing on thin client applications.
  • Exploiting threat vectors based on the OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) vulnerabilities.
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing on web applications (Internet/Intranet) using Black Box and White Box Approach.
  • Preparing test cases and audit reports for the vulnerability assessment performed.
  • Handling customer /developer queries related to information security audits.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Forensics

University Of Glamorgan
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
2011.09 - 2013.01

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Swami Vivekanand Institute Of Engg & Technology
Chandigarh
2007.07 - 2010.06

Diploma - Information Technology

Pimpri Chinchwad Polytechnic
Pune
2004.06 - 2007.06

Skills

Cybersecurity

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Certification

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHv9)

Quote

There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin

Timeline

Manager

Mazars Qatar
06.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager - Cyber Security

KPMG
06.2018 - 06.2021

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEHv9)

2017-11

Experienced Consultant - Assurance

PwC
2016.09 - 2018.05

Information Security Analyst

Network Intelligence India Private Limited
2015.08 - 2016.09

Associate Information Security Consultant

Indusface Private Limited
2013.07 - 2015.07

Master of Science - Computer Forensics

University Of Glamorgan
2011.09 - 2013.01

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Swami Vivekanand Institute Of Engg & Technology
2007.07 - 2010.06

Diploma - Information Technology

Pimpri Chinchwad Polytechnic
2004.06 - 2007.06
Kartik S IyerCyber Security Professional