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Vinny K Varughese

Summary

Seasoned Cybersecurity Leader with 12+ years of expertise spanning defense and corporate domains, specializing in information security, governance, risk, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Proven track record in SOC management, incident response, cloud security, and endpoint protection. Recognized for delivering operational excellence, regulatory audit readiness, and resilient security strategies across IT, OT, and cloud environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Principal Consultant

Whizhack Technologies
Gurgaon, India
11.2024 - Current
  • Led end-to-end delivery of managed IT services across multiple client environments, ensuring SLA adherence.
  • Oversaw onboarding and transition of new clients into managed services without disrupting business continuity.
  • Developed strategies for successful project implementation within budgetary constraints.
  • Strengthened client relationships through regular service reviews and proactive communication.
  • Directed consulting engagements in cybersecurity strategy and compliance audits.
  • Drove cloud security initiatives, advising on SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and DLP implementations.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to align security programmes with organisational objectives.

Manager

INDIAN ARMY & NSG
04.2013 - 10.2024
  • 10+ years experience in handling defense projects at multiple levels.
  • Spearheaded Program Management for 5+ Modernization Plan (Mod Plan-IV) projects of MHA worth 25+ Crores.
  • Analyzed and resolved complex resource management issues for five geographically separated locations with cross- functional teams increasing efficiency by 50 %.
  • Strategically managed 23 mid-level managers and 120 technical staff members, maintaining high-performing operations in high-risk J & K zone.
  • Led planning and installation of multi-tier, state-of-art communication network (NFS) for Indian Army in Northern Command Region increasing operational communication efficiency by 100 percent.
  • Supervised daily operations for maintaining 700 Km communication media acting as single point contact.
  • Planned and managed effective utilization of budget of Rs 95.9 lakhs carefully analyzing operational requirements.
  • Planned and Managed resources to support and deliver online promotional examination centre resulting in saving Rs 29.2 lakhs.
  • Allocated resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure project tasks are completed on time and within budget.
  • Facilitated staff training, resulting in better customer service.

Education

DIPLOMA - Defense Management and Strategic Studies

OTA, Chennai

B TECH - Information Technology

Govt Engineering College, Barton Hill

M TECH - Software System (Cyber Security)

BITS, Pilani

Skills

  • Risk Management & Compliance (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, GDPR)
  • SOC Operations & Incident Response
  • Cloud & Endpoint Security (SIEM, SOAR, EDR, DLP, CASB)
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Audit Management
  • Leadership, Strategic Planning & Decision Making
  • Project & Resource Management (Budgeting, Scheduling, Allocation)

Certification

  • CEH V12
  • PMP
  • CISSP (Pursuing)

Accomplishments

  • Gentleman Officer Award, 2017
  • DG NSG, Commendation Card 2023

Timeline

Principal Consultant

Whizhack Technologies
11.2024 - Current

Manager

INDIAN ARMY & NSG
04.2013 - 10.2024

DIPLOMA - Defense Management and Strategic Studies

OTA, Chennai

B TECH - Information Technology

Govt Engineering College, Barton Hill

M TECH - Software System (Cyber Security)

BITS, Pilani

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