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Pratik Sunil Sawarkar

Pune

Summary

A results-driven Senior Technology Risk Consultant with 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, compliance, and IT controls. Proven ability to lead risk assessments, perform control testing, and drive remediation for global enterprises. Possesses a unique combination of deep technical expertise and business acumen, fortified by an MBA in IT & Marketing and an ISO 27001 Lead Implementer certification. Adept at translating complex risks into actionable insights for senior stakeholders to secure and enhance the technology landscape.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Consultant, Cyber & Strategic Risk

Deloitte USI
Pune
11.2020 - Current
  • Led end-to-end technology risk assessments and control walkthroughs for clients including global banks, major cloud providers, and Fortune 500 technology leaders, identifying critical vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.
  • Managed the third-party vendor risk assessment lifecycle for over 50 vendors, ensuring their security posture and adherence to control frameworks like ISO 27001 and PCI DSS.
  • Developed, implemented, and tested IT General Controls (ITGCs) based on frameworks such as NIST and COBIT, strengthening client governance and driving risk remediation activities.
  • Authored and presented detailed risk reports, heat maps, and dashboards to C-level executives and senior management to communicate technical concepts and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
  • Mentored junior consultants, providing guidance on project management and control testing methodologies.
  • Led client engagements to identify business needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans to ensure timely delivery of services.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Managed stakeholder communications to align expectations and project goals.
  • Evaluated process improvements to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies.
  • Developed training materials and conducted trainings for staff members on new technologies or processes.
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing processes and systems and recommended changes accordingly.
  • Created reports, presentations and other documents to share findings with management team.

Education

MBA - IT & Marketing

Sri Balaji University
Pune, Maharashtra
12.2020

B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering

Priyadarshini College of Engineering
Nagpur
12.2017

Skills

  • Technology risk assessment
  • IT governance
  • Risk and compliance (GRC)
  • Vendor risk management
  • Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
  • Risk mitigation strategy
  • ISO 27001/27002
  • NIST cybersecurity framework
  • COBIT
  • Vulnerability assessment and management
  • Network security
  • Cloud security (AWS/Azure)
  • Identity and access management (IAM)
  • Archer
  • Stakeholder management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Data-driven reporting
  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Project management

Websites

Certification

ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer, 2022

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Accomplishments

  • Multiple SPOT and Applause Awards for Client Deliverables and Management

Affiliations

  • Led the Impact Day initiative for Deloitte USI Pune as a core member, managing over 500 professionals.

Timeline

Senior Consultant, Cyber & Strategic Risk

Deloitte USI
11.2020 - Current

MBA - IT & Marketing

Sri Balaji University

B.E. - Aeronautical Engineering

Priyadarshini College of Engineering

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