Navnit Pandita
Global IT Leader | CIO| CISO | Digital Transformation Leader |Cloud Evangelist |Artificial Intelligence |Cyber Security |Industry 4.0 |Analytics
Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd.•Noida Area, India
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Visionary technology leader with over two decades of experience driving impactful digital transformation across diverse industries. I specialize in building resilient cybersecurity frameworks, leading ERP implementations, accelerating cloud adoption, and managing large-scale IT operations with a focus on innovation and efficiency.My passion lies in harnessing technology to fuel business growth, enhance customer experience, and deliver measurable value in today’s dynamic digital landscape. I bring deep expertise in go-to-market strategies, eCommerce platforms, sales force automation, and retail operations—enabling organizations to optimize performance and scale effectively.I specialise in using AI to boost efficiency, drive product innovation, and enhance customer experience. I have helped improve traceability, food safety, and consumer engagement across the value chain. A strong advocate for data driven decision-making, I foster a culture of analytics to unlock strategic insights and drive operational clarity.I excel in orchestrating end-to-end digital transformations using hybrid, pure cloud, and multi-cloud environments to architect robust IT infrastructures that support agility and scalability.With extensive experience in Information Security Program Development, I am well-versed in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), mitigation strategies, and global regulatory frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, PDPA, GDPR, PCI/DSS, and the IT Act. I also possess a solid understanding of cyber laws and data protection principles.A pioneer with global exposure, I am known for building high-performing teams and leading change initiatives that transform underperforming technology functions into business-aligned, profit-generating units. I have a proven track record of streamlining IT operations post-M&A, resulting in enhanced efficiency and profitability.Certifications & Expertise:Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)AWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociateDeep knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, and cloud architectureSpecialties: Digital Transformation ,AI,Digital Security Leadership, IT Infrastructure Management/Cloud Computing/Project Management/IT Strategic planning / Change Leadership /Service Level Management/IT Governance /DR and BCP planning/Information Security.
Career Timeline
- Aug 2015–Present· 11 yrs 1 mo
- Chief Information OfficerCurrentAug 2015–Present
- 2012–Aug 2015· 3 yrs 7 mos
- Head IT & Cyber Security (CIO)2012–Aug 2015
- Aug 2005–2012· 6 yrs 5 mos
- Head, Information TechnologyAug 2005–2012
- Aug 2005–2012· 6 yrs 5 mos
- DirectorAug 2005–2012
- Oct 2004–Aug 2005· 10 mos
- Manager, Information TechnologyOct 2004–Aug 2005
- Oct 2000–Oct 2004· 4 yrs
- IT Manager/Head of IT Systems, MumbaiOct 2000–Oct 2004
- Aug 1998–Oct 2000· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Specialist, Information Technology, ApplicationsAug 1998–Oct 2000
- Apr 1997–Jul 1998· 1 yr 3 mos
- Engineer, SystemsApr 1997–Jul 1998
Education
PGP(AI/ML)
Artificial Intelligence
The University of Texas at AustinBachelor of Engineering (B.E.)
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Bangalore University