Sridhar Margapuri
Senior Manager, Information Security
Bengaluru
Summary
Strategic cybersecurity leader with 15+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide security transformation in AI SaaS, Telecom, Aerospace, and Defence sectors. Proven expertise in building and scaling security programs spanning Cloud Security, Security Operations, Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC), Application Security, and AI Security Governance. Trusted advisor to CIOs, CISOs, and executive leadership teams. Strong track record of reducing enterprise cyber risk exposure, modernizing control frameworks, leading regulatory audits (ISO 27001, SOC2, CSA STAR, PCI DSS), and aligning security strategy with business growth and digital transformation. Recognized for building high-performing security teams, optimizing budgets, and implementing measurable, risk-based security programs in complex global environments.
Versatile Senior Manager specializing in Cyber Security and skilled at planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented company.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager – Information Security (Enterprise Security Lead – AI SaaS Platform)
Provenir India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
- Own enterprise cybersecurity strategy for AI-driven SaaS platform hosted on AWS cloud infrastructure.
- Lead security architecture, cloud security posture management (CSPM), IAM governance, container security, and Zero Trust controls
- Establish AI Security Governance framework addressing model risk, data protection, and regulatory compliance
- Serve as primary security liaison for enterprise customers, regulatory bodies, and external auditors
- Drive DevSecOps integration across product engineering lifecycle
- Present quarterly cyber risk posture and remediation strategy to executive leadership
- Align security investments with business growth, customer trust, and regulatory requirements
Deputy General Manager – Information Security
Vodafone India Services Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Directed enterprise security initiatives across telecom infrastructure and digital platforms.
- Implemented strategic security modernization roadmap, reducing incidents by 40%
- Reduced data breach risk exposure by 25% through control enhancements
- Optimized security budget by 35% via automation and vendor rationalization
- Led cross-functional teams delivering successful SOC2, ISO, CSA, and HiTrust audits
- Established executive-level cyber risk dashboards for CIO/CISO reporting
- Strengthened vulnerability management automation and cloud governance frameworks
- Led proactive CVE intelligence integration and customer security disclosure processes
- Recipient: Vodafone Star Award – Cloud Security Governance & Vulnerability Automation
Head of Security Operations (CU India)
Ericsson India Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Led enterprise Security Operations and Governance for critical infrastructure environment.
- Directed Security Management Framework ensuring enterprise IT and digital payment system compliance
- Oversaw threat detection, incident response, and ransomware mitigation strategies
- Led Information Security Risk Assessments (ISRA) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA)
- Facilitated regulatory audits and governance reviews
- Strengthened cyber resilience posture across enterprise architecture
- Recipient: Ericsson Star Award – Critical Infrastructure Security Investigations
Cyber Security Specialist – Enterprise Governance & Risk
Boeing India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Led enterprise compliance and application security initiatives within aerospace domain.
- Established InfoSec Audit function and IT Compliance Scorecard
- Managed 26 enterprise cybersecurity metrics via executive dashboard
- Reduced risk assessment cycle time by 20% through process optimization
- Designed security controls for Blockchain Hyperledger Fabric (HLF) and decentralized applications
- Led FAA-aligned security audits for high and critical risk applications
- Implemented RPA-driven “All-time Compliant & Anytime Auditable” framework
- Conducted threat intelligence analysis aligned to MITRE ATT&CK patterns
Indian Navy
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Held multiple leadership roles across naval and defense establishments overseeing IT, ERP, and cybersecurity operations.
- Led secure ERP and network infrastructure for mission-critical defense systems
- Directed IT & Cyber Security Operations across regional naval command units
- Awarded Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Commendation for excellence in cybersecurity operations
- Recognized with Best in Proficiency awards across multiple naval ships
Education
Master’s - Enterprise Networks & Information Security Management (MSc)
Master’s - Information Management (MIM)
KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies
Mumbai, IndiaSkills
Enterprise Strategy & Governance
Cyber Risk Governance Board Reporting Security Transformation Roadmaps Regulatory Alignment
Cloud & Infrastructure Security
AWS Security CSPM IAM Zero Trust Architecture WAF DLP Network Security
Security Operations & Resilience
SIEM/SOAR Threat Intelligence Incident Response Ransomware Defense SOC Maturity
Application & Product Security
DevSecOps Threat Modeling Secure SDLC SAST/DAST API Security
Governance, Risk & Compliance
ISO 27001 SOC2 CSA STAR PCI DSS NIST CSF CIS Controls MITRE ATT&CK
Emerging Domains
AI Security Governance Cloud-Native Security Privacy Risk Management
Strategic planning
Talent development
Operations management
Resource allocation
Cross-functional collaboration
Data analytics
Cross-functional communication
Partnership development
Organizational improvement
Certification
CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Timeline
Senior Manager – Information Security (Enterprise Security Lead – AI SaaS Platform)
Provenir India Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - Current
Deputy General Manager – Information Security
Vodafone India Services Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - 07.2024
Head of Security Operations (CU India)
Ericsson India Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 11.2022
Cyber Security Specialist – Enterprise Governance & Risk
Boeing India Pvt Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2020
Indian Navy
01.2002 - 01.2017
Master’s - Enterprise Networks & Information Security Management (MSc)
Master’s - Information Management (MIM)
KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Built and scaled enterprise security programs across 4 multinational organizations
- Reduced security incidents by 40% and enterprise risk exposure by 25%
- Optimized security spend by 35% through automation and tool rationalization
- Led cross-functional security and engineering teams across India and global delivery models
- Established AI SaaS security governance framework aligned to emerging regulatory standards
- Designed and implemented enterprise security metrics dashboards for board-level reporting
- Directed enterprise incident response strategy for ransomware and advanced threats
- Successfully led audits across SOC2, ISO 27001, CSA STAR, HiTrust, and regulatory frameworks