Dinesh Kumar Shrimali
Chief Information Security Officer and Data Protection Officer
Tata Steel•Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
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I have a distinguished career in the field of Information Technology and am an accomplished professional. With more than two decades of experience, I have amassed a wealth of knowledge in advancing strategic security initiatives and mitigating complex cyber risks. A track record of successfully aligning cybersecurity strategies with business objectives, allowing organizations to confidently navigate an ever-changing threat landscape. I have witnessed the evolution of my profession, most notably the rapid rise of digitization and the central role that cybersecurity plays in shaping the future of economies across the globe. I contribute a strategic perspective and the ability to generate results through effective planning and execution. Throughout my tenure, I have led the design and implementation of enterprise-wide security programmes while holding key positions. My experience includes information security, risk management, compliance, and data privacy, among others. The best method, in my opinion, to assist individuals and businesses in enhancing their security posture is to provide them with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed decisions and implement effective solutions. I look forward to the expanding cybersecurity market and my continued dedication to ensuring everyone and every organization has a safe and secure online future.
Career Timeline
- Tata SteelCurrentMar 2024–Present· 2 yrs 7 mos
- Group Chief Information Security Officer and Data Protection OfficerCurrentMar 2024–Present
- 2017–Apr 2024· 7 yrs 3 mos
- Director, Global Cyber SecurityJul 2023–Apr 2024
- Global Head - GRC2017–Jun 2023
- Nov 2015–2017· 1 yr 2 mos
- Chief Information Security OfficerNov 2015–2017
- Jun 2011–Nov 2015· 4 yrs 5 mos
- Senior Manager, Information SecurityJun 2011–Nov 2015
- Feb 2007–Jun 2011· 4 yrs 4 mos
- Analyst, SecurityFeb 2007–Jun 2011
- Aug 2005–Feb 2007· 1 yr 6 mos
- Database AdministratorAug 2005–Feb 2007
- May 2003–Jul 2005· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Software EngineerMay 2003–Jul 2005
- Jun 2000–Jul 2001· 1 yr 1 mo
- Trainee EngineerJun 2000–Jul 2001
Education
Master of Engineering - MEng
Electronics & Telecommunications
Jadavpur UniversityBachelor of Engineering - BE
Electronics and Telecommunications
Bharathidasan UniversityHigher Secondary
Science
Don Bosco High School - India