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Niranjan Ganesan

Senior IT and Cloud Security Manager 🌎 Plivo Inc.

Summary

Experienced Senior IT & Cloud Security Manager with over 18 years of expertise in Cloud Security, IT Infrastructure Management, Cybersecurity Management, Security Governance, Audit & Compliance, and Enterprise Architecture.Specialized in Regulatory Compliance across frameworks like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, Data Privacy Framework, GDPR, CPRA, ISO 27001, and Advanced Cloud Security Auditing (CSA STAR).Proven ability to design, implement, and govern large-scale security programs, ensuring robust risk management, compliance, and cybersecurity resilience across complex enterprise environments.

Certifications

  • ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

  • ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

  • ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

  • ISACA Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)

  • ISACA Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)

  • Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)

  • Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT)

  • Privacy Engineering Certification

  • Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

  • Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT)

  • CompTIA Security+

  • CompTIA PenTest+

  • CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional

  • AWS Certified Security - Specialty

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

  • Certified ATT&CK Cyber Threat Intelligence

  • Certified ATT&CK Security Operations Center Assessments

  • ISO 42001:2023 Lead Auditor – Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS)

  • ISO 27001:2013 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management System

  • ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor - Information Security Management System

  • Certified Agile Leader 1

  • Certified Agile Leadership for Teams (CAL-T)

  • Certified Agile Leadership for Orgs (CAL-O)

  • Certified Agile Leadership Essentials (CAL-E)

  • Certified GCHQ - Cyber Incident Planning & Response (CIPR)

  • Certified Advanced Cloud Security Auditing (CSA Star)

  • Certified ITIL V4 Foundation - IT Service Management

  • VMware Certified Associate - Data Center Virtualization

  • Redis Security

  • Certified Scrum Master

  • Cyber Supply Chain Management

Work experience

Company NameTitleDuration
Plivo Inc.Senior IT & Cloud Security ManagerApril 2021
Fiserv Inc.Senior Manager Information SecurityOct 2019 - April 2021
Reward360 Global Services Private LimitedAVP SecurityJul 2018 - Oct 2019
Skilworth Technologies Private LimitedCISO & IT HeadFeb 2016 - Jul 2018
RedBlackTree Technologies Private LimitedSenior Data Centre EngineerOct 2010 - Nov 2015
Alfie Software Private LimitedService EngineerMay 2009 - Aug 2010
RMP Infotech Private LimitedSystems AdministratorDec 2005 - Apr 2009

Core Competencies

Strategic Leadership & Executive Management

  • Security Strategy & Vision – Proven ability to align enterprise security programs with business objectives, fostering a risk-aware culture.

  • C-Suite & Board Engagement – Experience in engaging executive leadership, translating security challenges into business impact, and driving compliance governance.

  • Global Security Program Leadership – Expertise in developing and managing enterprise-wide security programs, balancing risk, compliance, and operational needs.

Advanced Security Expertise & Technologies

  • Cloud Security Mastery – Deep expertise in AWS security and cloud-native security tools (AWS CloudHSM, AWS KMS, AWS Security Hub, etc.).

  • Security Architecture & Zero Trust – Extensive experience in designing security architectures, including Zero Trust frameworks, MITRE ATT&CK, and WAF security.

  • Critical Infrastructure Protection – Skilled in safeguarding critical infrastructures, ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery.

Innovation & Operational Excellence

  • Security Transformation Initiatives – Driving cybersecurity innovation, integrating security frameworks into business operations.

  • Security Operations & Incident Response – Deep expertise in SOC management, incident handling, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence.

Management & Strategy

  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership – Leading diverse teams to execute security initiatives, align strategies, and enhance operational effectiveness.

  • Project & IT Strategy Management – Overseeing large-scale security and IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

  • Internal & Third-Party Audits – Managing internal security audits and external regulatory compliance assessments.

  • Enterprise Risk & Resource Management – Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks while optimizing security resource allocation.

  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management – Engaging with vendors, partners, and stakeholders to enhance security operations and compliance.

Organizational Development & Culture

  • Security Awareness & Culture Building – Leading security education programs, embedding security-first culture into organizational operations.

  • Team Leadership & Talent Development – Experience mentoring and managing security teams, fostering collaboration and growth.

Technical Proficiencies & Tools

  • Security Technologies & Practices – Expertise in container security, virtualization technologies, secure development practices, and cloud security frameworks.

  • Security Tools & Solutions – Hands-on experience with OSSEC, Alien Vault USM, CrowdStrike, and other security infrastructures.

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