Profile
I am a results-driven leader who thrives in high-pressure environments &
inspires teams with a “never-give-up, get-it-done” attitude. With over 13 years of experience in
cybersecurity, technology risk, governance & product development, I have built a reputation for
fostering collaboration
& motivating teams to tackle complex challenges head-on. Whether developing strategies, leading
initiatives, or managing risk, I maintain a relentless focus on delivering impactful outcomes. Want
to find out more about my experience? Check out my portfolio & resume.
Regulations & Acts
GDPR | CCPA | PIPEDA | HIPAA | COPPA | SOX 404 | GLBA | FISMA |
CISA | RBI | NESA | FFIEC | OCC
Industry Standards & Frameworks
ISO 27001 | PCI DSS | NIST CSF | NIST SP 800-53 | SOC | COBIT |
COSO | MITRE ATT&CK | CIP | CIS | HITRUST | AS5 GAIT | ITIL
Engagements Delivered
100+
Successfully executed projects across diverse
industries, delivering impactful results globally.
Clients Served
50+
Fostered lasting client relationships, ensuring high
satisfaction & retaining business through successful delivery.
Team Size
50+
Built & led high-performing cross-functional teams,
enabling collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes.
Global Leader
25+
Served as an offshore leader, overseeing operations &
services with a distributed team across multiple countries.
BFSI
Experienced in securing financial transactions, managing risk in
regulated environments, & designing solutions that ensure compliance, protect data, &
strengthen resilience.
Government
Focused on defense strategies to protect national assets, ensure
continuity of essential services, & secure critical infrastructure & public services.
Energy
Experienced in securing OT systems to protect power grids &
distribution networks, with a focus on energy risk management & infrastructure
resilience.
Heathcare
Proficient in protecting health data, ensuring privacy, security, &
compliance, & managing vendor relationships for seamless integration within hospital
systems.
Aviation
Specialized in securing airport infrastructure, ensuring the safety &
reliability of air traffic management, communications, & navigation systems.
Technology
Expert in securing IT environments, cloud infrastructure, & emerging
technologies like AI & IoT, ensuring robust protection & seamless integration across
platforms.
Telecommunication
Proficient in safeguarding communication networks, including 5G,
while ensuring data privacy & regulatory compliance across various platforms.
Education
Experienced in securing student data & online learning platforms,
while developing strategies to address and mitigate cyber risks across K-12 and higher
education institutions.
Crafted Tailored Solutions for Global Clients
Testimonials
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Kunal blends exceptional technical expertise with strategic insight, driving impactful cybersecurity solutions that deliver measurable results.
Leveraging strong leadership & deep technology risk expertise, Kunal consistently exceeds expectations while fostering collaboration & communication.
Possessing a rare combination of leadership & technical expertise, Kunal excels at guiding teams, communicating complex ideas, & delivering cybersecurity solutions.
Projects Highlight
Data Privacy & Vendor Risk Mitigation
Ensuring PIPEDA & GDPR compliance, this engagement mitigates privacy risks by assessing vendor relationships, classifying data, & implementing protective controls.
Third-Party Risk Management Benchmarking
Enhance third-party risk management maturity, aligning with OCC, NIST, & ISO 27001, while creating a new benchmark that surpasses industry peers & standards.
Comprehensive OT Security Assessment & Cyber Audit
A holistic OT Security Assessment that includes a TRA to identify vulnerabilities & evaluate controls, followed by a cyber audit to assess control design & effectiveness.
AI-Driven Compliance & Security Solution
Architected a compliance automation platform that unifies security controls, risk management, and continuous monitoring for SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA compliance.