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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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
09.2016 - 05.2018
- 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
08.2015 - 09.2016
- 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
07.2013 - 07.2015
- 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 09.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Swami Vivekanand Institute Of Engg & Technology
Chandigarh 07.2007 - 06.2010
Diploma - Information Technology
Pimpri Chinchwad Polytechnic
Pune 06.2004 - 06.2007
Skills
Cybersecurity
Process Audits
Teamwork
Leadership
Compassion
Project Management
Auditing Experience
Security Policy Analysis
Risk Mitigation
Network Security Systems
Work Availability
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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)
11-2017
Experienced Consultant - Assurance
PwC
09.2016 - 05.2018
Information Security Analyst
Network Intelligence India Private Limited
08.2015 - 09.2016
Associate Information Security Consultant
Indusface Private Limited
07.2013 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Computer Forensics
University Of Glamorgan
09.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology
Swami Vivekanand Institute Of Engg & Technology
07.2007 - 06.2010
Diploma - Information Technology
Pimpri Chinchwad Polytechnic
06.2004 - 06.2007