Rajesh Kumar
High Impact Leader – Information Security/Cybersecurity/ Data Privacy / Business Resiliency
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With over 25 years of rich and diverse expertise in Technology Solutioning, Pre Sales, Infrastructure Management, Architetcure and Cyber Security governance, Risk Management, Data Privacy, I have consistently shaped technology strategies aligned with organizational standards and security policies. Currently, as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for a $1.5 billion enterprise, I've driven robust security frameworks across operations management industries with clients like Insurance, Healthcare, and utilities. My proficiency spans IT, cyber security, data privacy, and business resiliency, enabling me to proactively identify risks, quantify gaps, and design innovative risk management frameworks. A respected thought leader, I've shared insights at major security conferences. My strengths lie in strategic risk management, where I excel in devising IT security frameworks, conducting audits, and enhancing internal competencies. I've led statutory and non-statutory IT audit services, shaping enterprise-wide cyber strategies, and driving transformational change. With a focus on robust risk management and compliance excellence, I ensure alignment with strategic goals. As a skilled people leader, I manage recruitment, training, and resource optimization.
Career Timeline
- EXLCurrentAug 2005–Present· 21 yrs 1 mo
- Chief Information Security Officer and Senior Vice PresidentCurrentOct 2022–Present
- Vice President & Head Technology TransitionFeb 2011–Sep 2022
- Vice President - Technology TransitionOct 2007–Aug 2011
- Assistant to Vice President, ITAug 2005–Oct 2007
- 2015–Aug 2023· 8 yrs 7 mos
- Head - Information Security, Cyber Security, Data Privacy and Business ContinuityAug 2019–Aug 2023
- Head - Information Security, Cyber Security, Data Privacy and Business ContinuityAug 2019–Aug 2019
- VP & Head Technology Pre Sales & Infrastructure Services2015–Aug 2023
- 1998–2001· 3 yrs
- Senior Engineer1998–2001
- 1995–1998· 3 yrs
- Engineer1995–1998
Education
B.E.
Electronics and Communication
Delhi College of EngineeringB.E.
Electronics & Communication
Delhi University