Nitin Kalra 🎖

Nitin Kalra

Information Security Leader | Mentor | GIAC Advisory Board | CISSP | GSLC | GPCS | CISM | CRISC |

USTIndia

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Experience20+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

As the Director of Information Security at Gartner, I lead the security architecture, engineering, and assurance functions for the global leader in research and advisory services. With more than 17 years of experience in the security field, I have developed and implemented robust security strategies and solutions that protect the data, assets, and reputation of Gartner and its clients. My core competencies include security governance, risk management, compliance, cloud security, security consulting, vulnerability management, security operations, incident management, and cyber security. I have successfully delivered multiple security transformation projects, enhanced the security posture and resilience of Gartner, and established a culture of security awareness and best practices across the organization. I am passionate about staying updated with the latest security trends and innovations, and sharing my insights and expertise with the security community.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • USTCurrent
    Jul 2025–Present· 1 yr 2 mos
    • Chief Information Security Officer, GroupCurrent
      Jul 2025–Present
  • May 2023–Present· 3 yrs 4 mos
    • SANS CISO NetworkCurrent
      May 2023–Present
  • Jul 2024–Jul 2025· 1 yr
    • Global Chief Information Security Officer
      Jul 2024–Jul 2025
  • 2021–Jun 2024· 3 yrs 5 mos
    • Director, Regional Information Security Leader
      2021–Jun 2024
  • Apr 2019–2021· 1 yr 9 mos
    • Director, Regional Information Security Leader (APAC)
      Apr 2019–2021
  • Dec 2017–Mar 2019· 1 yr 3 mos
    • Senior Manager, Information Security
      Dec 2017–Mar 2019
  • Jun 2006–Dec 2017· 11 yrs 6 mos
    • Head - Technology Security, Upper North Hub
      Jun 2007–Dec 2017
    • Engineer, Network Infrastructure Security
      Jun 2006–Jun 2007

Education

Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.)

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

Punjabi University

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor of Computer Applications

Punjabi University

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New LaunchesBusiness ResilienceProject RiskProject GovernanceContractualForensic AnalysisGlobal SecuritySecure Architecture & EngineeringStrategyDigital SecurityRegulatory RequirementsConflict ResolutionKey Performance IndicatorsBudgetingSecurity MetricsContractual ObligationsIntellectual Property LawPublic AccessTechnology PlanningSecurity Monitoring