M Sathya Vageeswaran
CHENNAI
Summary
Accomplished Senior IT Leader with over 25 years of experience in information technology, risk management, and core banking transformation . Lead driving risk governance, regulatory compliance, and enterprise-wide risk mitigation strategies for workflow platform. Proven expertise in synthesizing complex risk data, challenging business decisions, and implementing robust risk frameworks for bank and operational resilience. Adept at leading multi-country banking transformations, setting risk appetite thresholds, and aligning risk management strategies. Visionary leader with deep expertise in WRB, Core Banking (eBBS), Data Migration, IT Project Management, and Database Administration. Recognized for strategic risk identification, incident management, and cyber risk governance, seamlessly integrating IT, financial, and regulatory domains to drive innovation and security in banking. Passionate about building risk-aware cultures, driving regulatory excellence, and leveraging technology for secure, customer-centric solutions. Ready to partner with a global leader to navigate the evolving risk landscape and future-proof SCB. Strategic-thinking professional with expertise driving business growth to exceed expectations. Expert in people management and mentoring.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Vice President – Head Workflow Delivery
Standard Chartered Bank
05.2011 - Current
- As SDH for Group standard workflow platform Act as the single point of contact for all Operational, Technology, and Cyber Risk matters, ensuring compliance to regulation and providing judgment-based input and advice to senior leadership
- Risk Monitoring & Reporting: Oversee the monitoring of risk indicators across all programmes in WRB, CIB and Functions domain, monitoring metrics, and thresholds (including Risk Appetite) to ensure that risk identification and assessment are complete and accurate
- Challenging Business Initiatives: Evaluate business initiatives and risk assessments, proactively challenging decisions to ensure controls and treatment plans are robust and aligned with strategic risk tolerance
- Control & Treatment Approval: Lead along with second line in formulating of risk treatment plans—including inherent and residual risk assessments, control design, and implementation of corrective actions
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with SMEs, first-line risk owners, and other risk teams to integrate risk management practices across the organization, ensuring clarity in regulatory and policy interpretations
- Governance & Culture: Instill a strong risk culture by driving effective communication, regular risk reporting to stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to OTCR frameworks
Associate Vice President – eBBS Delivery
Standard Chartered Bank
01.2003 - 04.2011
- Core Banking Implementation & Risk Management: Led multi-country implementations of eBBS Core Banking systems for SCB (Africa, Middle East, and Asia), managing risk, governance, and operational resilience
- Maintained risk registers to mitigate technology and financial risks during Core Banking transformations
- Collaborated with Stakeholders in establishing IT controls and business continuity measures in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Oversaw stakeholder engagement with senior leadership to ensure smooth transitions and risk mitigation
- Database Administration & Data Migration: Led DBA teams managing large-scale Oracle, DB2 environments for core banking
- Designed and optimized high-performance databases, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with banking standards
- Executed data migration strategies from legacy systems (BankMaster, Midas, BBS) to modern core banking platforms, ensuring seamless cutover with zero data loss
- Developed Disaster Recovery (DR) and Backup Strategies to ensure 99.99% system uptime and resilience
- Project & Program Management (PMP, Agile): Delivered large-scale Core Banking transformation projects across 15+ countries, ensuring on-time and within-budget execution
- Managed cross-functional teams, collaborating with business leaders, IT teams, and vendors for successful project outcomes
- Defined and executed Test Strategies (UAT, SIT, Performance Testing, Security Testing) to validate system integrity before go-live
- Established Change Control Boards (CCB) to track project scope, risk, and issue resolution
- Scope International
Leadership Roles in IT & Database
Citibank (Citicorp)
01.1997 - 12.2002
- Managed multiple large-scale projects across diverse markets (Asia, Africa, Europe, India), focusing on Emerging Local Corporates with focus on IT risk, data security, and operational controls
- Executed comprehensive risk management strategies that included risk registers, business continuity planning (BCP), disaster recovery (DR), and incident management
- Demonstrated expertise in aligning risk management processes with business objectives, significantly reducing risk exposure and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Recognized for leadership in core banking implementations and successfully managing cross-functional teams to deliver strategic IT and risk management solutions
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Business Management
XLRI
Jamshedpur 01.2005
Masters - Chemistry
University of Poona
Pune01.1995
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Business & Stakeholder Engagement
- Analytical & Decision-Making
- OTCR Risk Management
- Operational, Technology & Cyber Risk
- Governance & Compliance
- IT Project Management
- Core Banking & Digital Transformation
- Data Migration & Database Administration
- Change Management & Regulatory Compliance
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Cleared, 12/01/24
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Cleared, 02/01/25
- Currently pursuing Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and CISSP
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP 8i)
Accomplishments
- Digital Banker of the Year Award: Recognized on behalf of the team for digitizing retail onboarding across African markets.
- IDC & Executive Awards: Multiple accolades for process digitization and outstanding performance in core banking implementations.
- Led significant risk governance enhancements during large-scale IT transformations and core banking system migrations across 15 markets.
- Led Banks Strategic Workflow platform for SCB (atom-eOps) in last decade in delivering 2000 workflows and making it as Group strategic platform.
Affiliations
ISACA – Information Security & Risk Management Group
Timeline
Senior Vice President – Head Workflow Delivery
Standard Chartered Bank
05.2011 - Current
Associate Vice President – eBBS Delivery
Standard Chartered Bank
01.2003 - 04.2011
Leadership Roles in IT & Database
Citibank (Citicorp)
01.1997 - 12.2002
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Cleared, 12/01/24
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), Cleared, 02/01/25
- Currently pursuing Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and CISSP
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP 8i)
Post Graduate Certificate - Business Management
XLRI
Masters - Chemistry
University of Poona
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