Rajesh Mahanti
Bangalore
Summary
OT Cybersecurity Director with 20 years of experience in developing and executing comprehensive OT cybersecurity strategies. Proven track record in leading global OT security programs, managing budgets, and overseeing the complete lifecycle of security initiatives. Expertise in industry best practices and emerging cybersecurity trends, driving business development and enhancing organizational security culture. Strong communication and leadership skills facilitate effective cross-functional collaboration and successful project delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, OT Security
Mindsprint
Bangalore
06.2022 - Current
- Directed Global OT Security program for Olam Group, enhancing cybersecurity across 70+ factories in 20+ countries.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to streamline decision-making processes organization-wide.
- Achieved significant turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring initiatives.
- Secured pivotal partnerships that advanced overall growth strategy and expanded market reach.
- Spearheaded pre-bid engineering design with multiple OEM security appliances, including firewalls and endpoint protection.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing policies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Oversaw OT Security strategy, budgeting, and deliverables to ensure alignment with business objectives.
OT Architect Global COE
GSK
Bangalore
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed and delivered OT cybersecurity program for GSK - Haleon factories globally.
- Ensured deployment of OT security in accordance with IEC 62443 and NIST standards.
- Spearheaded pre-bid engineering design utilizing multi-OEM security appliances, including firewalls and IPS.
- Reviewed organizational security posture to identify threats and risks, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
- Selected appropriate security tools, coordinating testing, deployment, implementation, and outsourced arrangements.
- Oversaw periodic internal and external audits, tracking progress on addressing identified gaps.
- Managed architectural phases of projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with design vision.
- Mentored junior architects on design principles and professional practices to foster development.
Sr. Cybersecurity Architect Global CoE
Honeywell
Bangalore
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed proposal preparation and bid processes, ensuring compliance with contract commitments and risk assessments.
- Spearheaded pre-bid engineering designs utilizing multi-OEM security appliances, including Firewall and SIEM solutions.
- Led RFI/RFP processes, conducting comparative analysis and supplier selection to optimize project outcomes.
- Developed cybersecurity policies for smart cities, focusing on datacenter security and disaster recovery.
- Drove cybersecurity initiatives for global clients, aligning offerings with NIST/ISO27k/IEC62443 standards.
- Reviewed organizational security posture, identifying threats and risks while implementing mitigation strategies.
- Selected security tools, coordinating testing, deployment, and outsourced arrangements for effective implementation.
- Oversaw internal and external audits, tracking progress on addressing identified gaps.
Design Architect, Cyber Security and ICS Networks
Alstom Transport Ltd.
Bangalore
12.2014 - 03.2020
- Drove IEC62443 compliant Secure Design initiatives, enhancing information security management across the industry.
- Spearheaded pre-bid engineering design for CBTC Metro projects, optimizing costs for wayside and onboard communications.
- Collaborated with Systems, Network support, and Business departments to implement and monitor security policies.
- Selected and coordinated testing of security solutions, managing deployment and vendor contracts.
- Conducted requirement analysis and designed high-availability solutions for global tenders.
- Identified risks and developed actionable plans to mitigate cybersecurity threats.
- Reviewed breach investigations, performing impact analysis and recommending strategies to prevent future vulnerabilities.
- Received Highest Performance and Cross-Functional Expert awards, recognized as World-Class Expert by Alstom.
Lead Technologist
Reliance Industries Ltd.
Kakinada
12.2007 - 12.2014
- Reported directly to Assistant Vice President while leading a team of 9 resources in network security projects.
- Directed team efforts in network administration, OT network security, datacenter security, and disaster recovery management.
- Oversaw deployment of ICS/OT and IT infrastructure across onshore and offshore locations.
- Conducted training programs to enhance skills and manage personnel effectively.
- Designed and deployed IT Infrastructure LIMS for Oil and Gas and Life Sciences sectors.
- Spearheaded design and execution of OT security monitoring solutions for SCADA/IT systems.
- Installed and commissioned four thousand node enterprise and OT security networks with integrated automation.
Engineer
Essar Steels Ltd.
Visakhapatnam
05.2005 - 12.2007
- Commissioned Pipeline Communications Systems (SCADA/PLC) across various manufacturing plants.
- Enhanced system capabilities through deployment of SDH/PDH, VSAT, and Optical Fiber technologies.
- Calibrated scientific or technical equipment.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
- Coordinated activities with suppliers, contractors or other departments.
- Developed and implemented engineering strategies to improve production efficiency.
Education
MBA - General Studies
IIM Lucknow
India06-2012
B. Tech. - Electrical & Electronics
JNTU
India04-2005
Skills
- Leadership and collaboration
- Project strategy development
- Strategic planning
- OT security strategy
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Security policy development
- Vendor relationship management
- Financial planning
Languages
- English
- French (Basic)
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Telugu
Accreditations
- ISACA - CISA
- ITIL V3
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Project Management (35 PDU)
- World Class Expert- Design Architect for Secure ICS Networks
- Presented On SCADA Communication Systems
Personal Information
- Total Experience: 20 years
- Notice Period: 3 months
- Title: Director / Leadership & Delivery / OT- ICS Security
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Director, OT Security
Mindsprint
06.2022 - Current
OT Architect Global COE
GSK
12.2021 - 06.2022
Sr. Cybersecurity Architect Global CoE
Honeywell
03.2020 - 12.2021
Design Architect, Cyber Security and ICS Networks
Alstom Transport Ltd.
12.2014 - 03.2020
Lead Technologist
Reliance Industries Ltd.
12.2007 - 12.2014
Engineer
Essar Steels Ltd.
05.2005 - 12.2007
MBA - General Studies
IIM Lucknow
B. Tech. - Electrical & Electronics
JNTU
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