SACHIN KUMAR SINGH
Thane
Summary
CISM-certified security expert with over 10+ years of experience in banking and insurance sectors. Expertise in compliance, risk management, and security architecture, leading teams of over 12 professionals in DLP, data classification, and IRM initiatives. Proficient in conducting audits, implementing policy-based security measures, and performing data flow analysis. Knowledgeable in microsegmentation, IDAM, and cloud security tools, including Microsoft Cloud App Security Broker (MCASB).
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Senior Manager (Scale-2) – Information/IT Security
Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance
Mumbai
04.2024 - Current
- Automated DLP workflows across departments, ensuring seamless incident escalation and remediation.
- Enhanced DLP policies by fine-tuning rules and managing URL/email whitelisting.
- Oversaw overall DLP operations, including tool management, version upgrades, and compliance maintenance.
- Implemented data classification through Group Policy across business units to enhance security posture.
- Co-developed strategic security roadmap with CISO/CITSO and senior leadership for future initiatives.
- Designed and deployed enterprise data security capabilities and controls aligned with best practices.
- Conducted red teaming exercises and internal reviews to identify and remediate security gaps.
- Maintained compliance with IRDAI, CERT-In, Dai-ichi, ISO 27001, UIDAI, and NIST frameworks.
Senior Manager – Information Security
Axis Bank Ltd
Mumbai
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Led three InfoSec teams managing DLP, Data Classification, and Risk Assessment
- Automated DLP alert workflows using AI/ML-based prioritization for credit card data
- Achieved a 37% YoY increase in DLP incident escalations to the Disciplinary Committee
- Conducted bank-wide DLP awareness sessions and created department-specific classification policies
- Integrated Citi Bank staff into DLP alert handling during Axis Bank merger
- Rolled out secret data policies in classification tools; enabled role-based access and SharePoint tagging
- Reconciled secret data users annually and enabled downgrade alert monitoring
- Sent classification awareness mailers to 500+ users
- Initiated bank-wide Data Flow Analysis to identify sensitive data and enhance DLP controls
- Designed and implemented tech-driven security solutions across IT infrastructure
- Advised department heads on strategic resource allocation for security initiatives
Manager – Cyber Defense Center
Reliance Industries Ltd
Mumbai
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Led end-to-end POC and deployment of O365 DLP and MCASB
- Created DLP policies in O365 Security Console and session controls in MCAS Portal
- Executed use cases across Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Exchange
- Delivered comparison matrix to senior management for product evaluation
- Acted as SPOC for Websense DLP UAT
- Resolved post-implementation issues with ForcePoint DLP
- Managed DLP alerts: monitoring, escalation, investigation, and closure
- Designed DLP policies in ForcePoint and Symantec consoles
- Fine-tuned policies to reduce false positives through incident analysis
Consultant
RBL Bank Project AUJAS Networks Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Created DLP policies based on DFA inputs from business units
- Supported Websense DLP migration from v8.3 to v8.5
- Fine-tuned policies to reduce false positives and improve accuracy
- Analyzed daily incidents and whitelisted domains to lower false alerts
- Drafted DLP documentation covering risk advisories, SOPs, and governance
- Escalated daily incidents to InfoSec and ensured timely closure
- Participated in RBI DLP audits, providing key insights to internal and external auditors
Deputy Manager – Information Security
ICICI Bank Ltd
Hyderabad
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Conducted DLP workshops to enhance awareness across all business units.
- Led RSA DLP migration to Symantec DLP, ensuring server readiness.
- Participated in deployment and user acceptance testing of Symantec DLP across key teams.
- Managed team of four for DLP monitoring and incident escalation.
- Reduced incidents by 80% through thorough policy analysis and adjustments.
- Published trend reports on DLP incidents for Singapore, UK, and Canada.
- Performed daily health checks on RSA DLP servers, ensuring optimal performance.
- Closed critical incidents involving personally identifiable information and sensitive data.
Education
PGDB - Banking & Finance
Manipal University
BangaloreBangalore
B.Tech - Computer Science Engineering
I.T.S Engineering College
Gr. NoidaGr. Noida
Skills
- Data loss prevention
- Data classification
- Information rights management
- Risk management and compliance
- Incident management and auditing
- Leadership and team development
- Infrastructure security
- Cross-functional coordination
- Data-driven decision making
- Team leadership
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Manager (Scale-2) – Information/IT Security
Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance
04.2024 - Current
Senior Manager – Information Security
Axis Bank Ltd
08.2021 - 03.2024
Manager – Cyber Defense Center
Reliance Industries Ltd
10.2019 - 07.2021
Consultant
RBL Bank Project AUJAS Networks Pvt. Ltd
02.2018 - 09.2019
Deputy Manager – Information Security
ICICI Bank Ltd
11.2014 - 01.2018
PGDB - Banking & Finance
Manipal University
B.Tech - Computer Science Engineering
I.T.S Engineering College
Certification
- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), ISACA
- CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker), Udemy
- Cyber Defense Training, SANS
- Cyber Defense for Banks, IDRBT