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Professional Overview

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Strategic oversight and risk mitigation.

InfoSec & Cybersecurity

Protecting digital assets and data.

Quality Assurance & Auditing

Ensuring excellence and compliance.

17+ Years of Experience Leveraging 17+ years of expertise in Software Quality Assurance, Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance, backed by a strong foundation in ISO Standards, CMMI, and global compliance frameworks.

Key Achievements

100% Certification Success

Achieved full success in CMMI, TL9000, ISO 9001:2015, and AS9100 certifications.

Strategic Risk Management

Developed and put in place strong plans to reduce risks across various projects.

Data-Driven Performance

Built models using data to find trends and improve processes.

Process Optimization

Streamlined testing processes using efficient methods, leading to better quality.

Mentored Junior Staff

Trained three junior team members, helping them grow in quality roles.

Supplier Security Vetting

Checked suppliers for security gaps against ISO 27001:2013 standards.

My Core Strengths

Governance

Risk Management

Compliance

Information Security

Internal Auditing

Data Analysis

People Management

My Expertise & Credentials

Core Skills

Facilitation

Internal Auditing

External Auditing

Third Party Risk

Compliance

Governance

Risk Management

Process Tailoring

Gap Analysis

Process Development

Vulnerability Assessment

Training/Mentoring

Project Management

ISO 9001/27001/27002

CMMI/AS9001/TL9100

Quality Management

InfoSec Management

Data Analysis

SPC Model building

DRBC

Certifications

External Certifications

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer (2021)

Internal Auditor 9001:2015 (2016)

Executive Diploma in Data Science (2020)

TL 9000 Internal Auditor (2019)

Six Sigma Green Belt - ISI (2014)

Cerco CCSN

Internal Trainings

ITIL-4

CMMI 2.0

AS9100

TL9000

ISO 2001:2015

Agile Life Cycle

PDLC Life Cycle HCL Agile Associate

Internal Auditor

Risk Assessment

GDPR

Information Security

My Transferable Skills

These are core skills I’ve built over the years in governance, risk, compliance, and quality assurance. They apply well to cybersecurity and help in adapting quickly, understanding security needs, and supporting compliance across systems and processes

Analyze & Solve Problems

Important for finding weaknesses, understanding threats, and fixing security issues.

Clear Communication

Explain technical risks simply, write clear reports, and work well with others.

Pay Attention to Details

Find small issues, wrong setups, and hidden signs of problems.

Adapt & Keep Learning

The security world changes fast. Learn new tech and threats quickly.

Work with Others

Team up with IT, development, legal, and business groups for full security.

Be Ethical & Honest

Understand what's right and wrong in security actions. Keep high integrity.

Education Degrees

Master of Science (MS) - Information Technology Security

Nottingham Trent University (2024)

Master of Business Law - International Business, Trade, and Tax Law

National Law School of India University (2019)

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) - Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)

Anna University, Chennai (2007)

Hands-On Projects Related to Cybersecurity

Explore practical projects where I've applied my skills in cybersecurity and related fields.

Dashboard

Created dashboards for data visualization and monitoring.

Security Audit

Performed security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Risk Management

Implemented strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks.

ISO 27001 & 27002

Applied ISO standards for information security management.

AS9100

Ensured quality management in aerospace industry standards.

Cyber Forensics: Mobile

Conducted mobile device forensic investigations.

Pen-test

Performed penetration testing to find security flaws.

Linux-Kali-Pi Server

Set up and managed a Kali Linux server on Raspberry Pi.

Ethical Hacking

Explored ethical hacking techniques for security testing.

Webpage Design

Developed and designed responsive web pages.

Troubleshoot PC

Used Ventoy for PC troubleshooting and automation.

DevOps

Applied DevOps principles for Virtual machine Configurations.

NW-Cloud-Sec

Focused on network and cloud security implementations.

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My Professional Journey

Part Time - IT Service Engineer @ Cerco

April 2024 - Present

Installs and fixes computer systems, networks, and software. Handles basic tech support.

Placement Year - IT Security Assurance Officer @ HM Land Registry

September 2022 - September 2023

Created security policies, checked supplier security, and found system weaknesses.

Deputy Manager Quality @ HCL Technologies

March 2015 - December 2021

Led teams to achieve quality certifications (CMMI, ISO, TL9000, AS9100). Tracked performance and managed risks.

Lead Software Quality Analyst @ Xchanging Malaysia SDN BHD

May 2014 - December 2014

Improved testing processes, created templates, and performed quality checks.

Lead Quality Analyst @ Infosys Ltd, India

August 2010 - March 2014

Managed account quality, led process improvements (Lean Six Sigma), and ensured team followed rules.

Quality Executive @ HCL Tech Ltd, India

August 2007 - August 2010

Helped set up quality systems (CMMI), joined leadership meetings, and audited client projects.

Current Industry Landscape & My Role

GRC & InfoSec Together

In today's digital world, GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance) and InfoSec (Information Security) work closely together. My 16+ years of experience helps combine strong security with business goals and rules. This combined approach is key for strong organizations today.

Value of Many Certifications

Dealing with different rules and quality standards can be hard. I have a proven record of success in certifications like ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001, CMMI, TL9000, and AS9100. This shows I can improve and comply with rules in many business areas. This skill makes me stand out.

Cybersecurity Roles Changing

My journey from software quality and compliance roles into IT security assurance reflects how closely quality and cybersecurity now work together. With a strong foundation in quality frameworks and risk management, I’ve naturally progressed into roles focused on identifying system vulnerabilities and strengthening controls. This shift shows how industry demands are evolving—security isn’t just about tools, it’s about embedding secure thinking into every process. My background helps me approach cybersecurity with both structure and practicality.

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