TONI THOMAS
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced IT Control Testing Manager with 8+ years in IT Risk Management, Internal Controls, and Compliance Testing. Proven expertise in Designing and Executing IT General Controls (ITGC) Assessments, SOX Testing, and Process Improvement Initiatives. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards such as SOX, COBIT, NIST, and ISO 27001.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Control Management Specialist
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Played key role in the Control Evaluation Team guaranteeing compliance of all banking assets with established policies.
- Involved in high-level committees to organize significant technology and enterprise-level events.
- Led ITGC and Application Control Testing teams across multiple business units for SOX compliance.
- Managed a team of 5 control testers; ensured timely delivery of testing schedules and issue tracking.
- Coordinated with internal and external auditors for walkthroughs and control assessments.
- Enhanced testing methodologies, improving accuracy and reducing testing time by 20%.
- Developed dashboards and reports for senior management on testing status and issues.
IT Risk & Compliance Analyst
DQMS Automotive ELS Ltd
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Engaged with Iridium Logistics, UAE, as a Project Manager to prepare comprehensive Technical Documentation for a 70 m Landing Craft project commissioned by the UAE Navy.
- Performed IT Risk Assessments and provided recommendations to strengthen internal controls.
- Assisted in remediation planning for control deficiencies and risk mitigation.
- Conducted regular control monitoring and supported Third-Party Risk Assessments.
- Partnered with GRC tool teams to automate control workflows.
IT Auditor
Seine Aerospace Products Design
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed operations for Emirates Defence Industries Company (EDIC)/EDGE Cos., providing components for Weapon Systems and Defence Vehicles.
- Conducted audits for IT systems, infrastructure, and applications against regulatory requirements.
- Created detailed audit findings reports with actionable recommendations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement audit remediation strategies.
IT Auditor
Barter Global General Trading FZC
05.2015 - 07.2018
- Oversaw the supply of precision-engineered mechanical components to clients in the Defence and Automotive sectors.
- Consistently met strict quality standards set by clients, ensuring timely delivery.
- Successfully launched new product lines in the market.
- Conducted audits for IT systems, infrastructure, and applications against regulatory requirements.
- Created detailed audit findings reports with actionable recommendations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement audit remediation strategies.
Deputy Director, Missile Systems Quality Assurance Agency
Indian Navy
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Managed QA/QC processes for missiles in R&D, contributing to the Akash Missile Ground Support System Development Project.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure the delivery of compliant quality products for missile subsystems.
- Adapted specifications according to Military and Joint Service Standards.
- As IT Officer, Conducted audits for IT systems, infrastructure, and applications against regulatory requirements.
- Created detailed audit findings reports with actionable recommendations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement audit remediation strategies.
Senior Inspector of Naval Armament
Indian Navy
07.2004 - 07.2013
- Conducted Risk Assessments of weapons and explosives for the Western Naval Command, and implemented controls for ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Executed thorough QA of various weapon systems and explosive stores.
- As IT Officer, Conducted audits for IT systems, infrastructure, and applications against regulatory requirements.
- Created detailed audit findings reports with actionable recommendations.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement audit remediation strategies.
Operations Officer
ICICI Bank Ltd
03.2003 - 04.2004
- Managed Retail Bank Operations at the NRI Branch of ICICI Bank, overseeing various Core Banking activities.
Education
Post Graduate Program - Cyber Security
Great Learning, Great Lakes Institute
Chennai10.2025
General Management Program - undefined
IIM
Indore12.2014
MSc - Weapon System Engineering
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
Pune12.2007
MSc - Applied Electronics
Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore12.2003
BSc - Physics
MG University
Kottayam, Kerala12.2001
Skills
- QA of InfoSec Systems
- IT General Controls (ITGC)
- Application Controls
- Risk Assessment
- Control Design
- Design & Performance Evaluation
- COBIT
- NIST
- ISO 27001 Frameworks
- Control Testing Planning
- Control Testing Execution
- Data Analytics for Control Testing
- Project Management
- Reporting
- Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- SQL
- Jira
- Confluence
- SharePoint
Certification
- CRISC Certification Training, ISACA Bangalore Chapter, 08/01/25
- ISO 27001 ISMS Framework, 2024
- ISO/IEC 17025 Management System - Lead Auditor Certification, 2012
- Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, 2011
- Western Missile Maintenance Course, Indian Navy, 2010
- Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Management Course, Indian Navy, 2009
- Certified Software Quality Professional, 2009
Languages
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 05/06/80
Recognitions
- Manager Spotlight Award, Wells Fargo, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 2024
- Commander-in-Chief Commendation, Western Naval Command, Indian Navy, 2012
- NABL Certification and Accreditation, 2012, Successfully led the initiative to accredit with NABL ISO/IEC 17025 Management System for the Explosive Test Facility, Indian Navy, Mumbai.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection in Russia, 2012-2013, Performed Pre-Delivery Inspections of high-value systems for Indian Navy in Russia during 2012 and 2013, ensuring adherence to Highest Military Quality Standards.
Timeline
Senior Control Management Specialist
Wells Fargo International Solutions Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - Current
IT Risk & Compliance Analyst
DQMS Automotive ELS Ltd
02.2020 - 12.2021
IT Auditor
Seine Aerospace Products Design
09.2018 - 01.2020
IT Auditor
Barter Global General Trading FZC
05.2015 - 07.2018
Deputy Director, Missile Systems Quality Assurance Agency
Indian Navy
07.2013 - 08.2014
Senior Inspector of Naval Armament
Indian Navy
07.2004 - 07.2013
Operations Officer
ICICI Bank Ltd
03.2003 - 04.2004
Post Graduate Program - Cyber Security
Great Learning, Great Lakes Institute
General Management Program - undefined
IIM
MSc - Weapon System Engineering
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
MSc - Applied Electronics
Bharathiyar University
BSc - Physics
MG University
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