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Rahul

24+ Years of Experience

SUMMARY

Rahul brings over 24 years of global experience in information security, data privacy, and business continuity management across diverse industries.
Currently works as a principal consultant, delivering GRC implementations, managed services (vCISO/vDPO), and audit assessments based on global standards.
Successfully built and operated integrated GRC programs across 40+ global sites in hybrid product and services organizations.
Former global head and regional lead for InfoSec, data privacy, and BCM in top-tier digital transformation and software service firms.
Expert in implementing and managing frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001, 27701, 27018, 22301, 31000; NIST CSF, SP 800-53; PCI-DSS; SOC 2; HIPAA; GDPR; PDPPL.
Played a key role in establishing enterprise-wide application security frameworks tailored to hybrid environments.
Led successful security integrations during complex mergers involving both product- and service-based organizations.
Designed and operationalized secure delivery centers for BFSI and tech giants, consistently achieving zero audit non-conformities.
Recognized as a Chartered Manager (CMgr) by CMI, UK, and a Chartered IT Professional (CITP) by BCS, UK, with a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management.
Active member of globally respected bodies, including CMI, BCS, MIET, IAPP, ISACA, and (ISC)², reflecting sustained industry engagement.
Strong communicator and strategic thinker, aligning InfoSec goals with business objectives through cross-functional leadership.
Accomplished auditor and consultant with extensive hands-on experience in conducting internal audits, readiness reviews, and compliance mapping.
Thought leader and knowledge-sharing contributor, regularly engaging as a speaker, trainer, and author in the GRC and cybersecurity domains.