SRIKANTH KANDOTI
Director
Hyderabad,TG
Summary
Experienced information security professional with a track record of protecting digital assets and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in conducting risk assessments, implementing threat mitigation strategies, and efficiently responding to incidents. Capable of fostering collaborative teamwork to achieve objectives. Known for adaptability and consistently delivering results in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Business Information Security Manager
Novartis Healthcare Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 09.2024
- Led Cyber Security teams that manage Security Incidents
- Provided monthly metrics & reporting to the Chief Security Officer about the security health posture and overall compliance of the Organization
- Spearheaded projects to improve the resilience metrics related to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery requirements for the vital Novartis applications
- Designed, implemented and evaluated novel methods to protect AI models and systems from threats such as data extraction and model inversion attacks
- Executed Compliance programs and projects to improve security health posture for Cyber SOC teams and Data Governance teams
Business Risk & Controls Associate Manager
Wells Fargo EGS India
04.2017 - 07.2020
- Contributed 2 Patents to Wells Faro in 2018 on an innovative concept for ease of banking for Retail Banking customers & enabling partners as Bankers
- Entrusted with the critical task of assessing and managing cyber risks for 500+ applications, addressing a wide spectrum of threats from advanced cyber-attacks to vulnerabilities inherent in digital infrastructures
ISMS Manager
Yash Technologies Pvt. Ltd
10.2014 - 02.2017
- Steered successful implementation of Information Security controls for ensuring Organization-wide compliance with PCI DSS, SSAE 16 and ISO standards like ISO 27001:2013, ISO 31000, ISO 22301
- Steered Compliance, Audit & Information Security initiatives across the Organization taking measures to comply with current regulatory and audit requirements
Information Security Manager
Barclays Technology Centre India Pvt. Ltd (Barclays Bank)
07.2013 - 09.2014
- Conducted 300+ internal audit reviews for critical applications and provided Information Security consulting service for various departments to clear non-conformities
- Led teams performing security reviews for assessing security health posture of Bank's critical applications, govern processes managing DLP & other security incidents
GIS Associate Manager
Scope International India Pvt. Ltd (Standard Chartered Bank)
08.2010 - 07.2013
- Managed security access controls & policies for applications running in production environment of Standard Chartered Bank
- Maintained the security posture for Standard Chartered web applications to align them with the global standards for Information Security with the Bank
Manager ISA
Wipro Technology Services Ltd (Citi Bank)
02.2005 - 08.2010
- Conferred with 2 'Pragati Awards' for significant cost savings through automation efforts in December 2009
- Winner of prestigious 'Praise Award' in Citigroup
- Ensured audit compliance through timely review of 1500+ Citibank applications
System Engineer
Slash Networks Pvt. Ltd
09.2003 - 02.2005
- Provided Server & Network administration services for Clients across the globe
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Biju Patnaik University of Technology
01.1999 - 01.2003
Skills
Audit
Certification
CISSP
Cricket, Hiking, Reading
Right hand batsman with versatility in bowling medium phase
Loves hiking, treks and exploring new places
Loves reading spirituality, strategy and latest cyber security articles
Timeline
Business Information Security Manager
Novartis Healthcare Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 09.2024
Business Risk & Controls Associate Manager
Wells Fargo EGS India
04.2017 - 07.2020
ISMS Manager
Yash Technologies Pvt. Ltd
10.2014 - 02.2017
Information Security Manager
Barclays Technology Centre India Pvt. Ltd (Barclays Bank)
07.2013 - 09.2014
GIS Associate Manager
Scope International India Pvt. Ltd (Standard Chartered Bank)
08.2010 - 07.2013
Manager ISA
Wipro Technology Services Ltd (Citi Bank)
02.2005 - 08.2010
System Engineer
Slash Networks Pvt. Ltd
09.2003 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Biju Patnaik University of Technology
01.1999 - 01.2003
CISSP
CISM
CCSK
CEH
ISO 27001 LA
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