ARUN PUSHKAR
About Candidate
| Excellence in Project Innovation, successfully implemented concept-proving projects in Cybersecurity, such as Wortiqrus and Secure Neighborhood. Insightful experience in analyzing risks to organizations, ensuring compliance with various standards, and designing secure solutions that support organizational objectives. Spearheaded the implementation of data security protocols for both data at rest & in motion, operating within privacy constraints while preserving the integrity of predictive analytics processes, resulting in a reduction in potential security breaches & data compromises. Proficient in Information Security programs along with Compliance & Regulatory Programs in all key aspects including Application Security, ISO, NIST, Audits, Incident Response, Security Analytics, Policy, Standards, Procedures, Awareness, Data Protection, Partners & Vendors Management Programs, and Business Resilience Planning. People engagement specialist, excels at leading and realigning work groups and roles to foster an environment of collective leadership; insightful cross-cultural exposure while working with geographically diversified & multi-functional teams. |
Education
(Ongoing)
Work & Experience
Strategic Impact: Instrumental in transforming law enforcement operations by introducing advanced technologies & analytics, & enhancing the capabilities of intelligence agencies. Innovation in Threat Detection: Implemented predictive analytics, identified crucial threat patterns & enabled preemptive actions to safeguard national security. Interoperability & Collaboration: Integrated diverse knowledge bases, fostering collaboration and ensuring a holistic view for informed decision-making across law enforcement agencies. Data Privacy Excellence: Designed & implemented a robust data privacy framework, ensuring compliance with privacy constraints while preserving the integrity of critical predictive analytics processes. Team Leadership and Delivery Excellence: Led a high-performing team to deliver innovative solutions, contributing to the identification & neutralization of anti-social elements. Cybersecurity Resilience: Established a comprehensive security architecture for IT platform, safeguarding against potential threats & vulnerabilities to ensure uninterrupted law enforcement operations. Technological Advancement: Pioneered the integration of AI/ML and data analytics, positioning the platform at the forefront of technological advancements in the field of counterterrorism and internal security. Cross-Functional Collaboration for Risk Mitigation: Collaborated with senior leadership to execute impactful risk mitigation strategies. Additionally, I have proactively secured resources and funding to foster the development of cybersecurity capabilities and talent.
Operational Excellence: Orchestrated diverse cyber operations, significantly contributing to the organization's ability to defend against, counter, & prevent cyber threats. Team Performance & Cyber Threat Mitigation: Provided leadership to a high-performing team, successfully preventing cyber-attacks and threats through effective measures against spam, phishing, malware, and Advance Persistent Threat (APTs), cultivating a culture of innovation, and continuous learning. Project Success: Demonstrated project management excellence by overseeing & delivering successful cyber-related projects, ensuring optimal resource utilization & achievement of project objectives. Cybersecurity Framework Implementation: Designed & implemented a robust Cybersecurity framework, aligning the organization with industry best practices & compliance mandates, thereby enhancing overall cyber resilience. Collaborative Approach: Liaised with external entities, technical teams, & academia to efficiently address & resolve cyber-related issues. Analytical Excellence: Applied robust analytical abilities to perform thorough research and gap analysis, ensuring that data security measures were up-to-date and effective. Regulatory Compliance: Assessed compliance with data security regulations using KRA & KPI, ensuring robust adherence and risk mitigation. Recognition for Exceptional Contributions: Received prestigious recognition from the Army Chief for exceptional contributions, highlighting the impact of strategic leadership in the field of cybersecurity. Social Media Intelligence: Conducted social media monitoring and analysis to gather critical criminal information, contributing to the cultivation of vital intelligence and enhancing the organization's situational awareness. Strategize Data-Driven Risk Management: Exceled in crafting and executing data-driven risk management strategies, ensuring the identification, measurement, management, monitoring, and reporting of risks pertaining to cybersecurity, technology, and resiliency. Independent Risk Assessments: Conducted independent risk assessments and monitoring activities in critical areas like Identity and Access Management, Data Protection, and Security Operations. Metrics Design and Development: lead the design and development of metrics (Key Control Indicators, Key Risk Indicators, and Key Performance Indicators) for the early identification of significant risks. Innovative Risk Management: Contributed to research and development with a hacker mindset, innovating in risk identification strategies to prepare for future challenges.
