Praveen Kumar

About Praveen Kumar

With over two decades blending military precision and corporate innovation, I thrive at the intersection of security, strategy, Gen AI and digital transformation. I’ve led global teams through large-scale cybersecurity projects, Agentic Security Operation, architected next-gen SOCs, and driven secure digital adoption for some of India’s most dynamic enterprises.Certified by ISB, IIT, and international bodies, I specialize in blending cutting-edge technology—AI, business analytics, SCADA, IOT and SUpply Chain—with pragmatic leadership. Whether designing resilient info-sec programs or presenting at national forums, my mission is to deliver results that empower organizations to innovate—securely.Beyond the boardroom, I champion talent development and actively engage with the ecosystem as a mentor and speaker. I welcome connections with changemakers passionate about digital trust, emerging tech, and making a measurable impact on India’s cybersecurity landscape.I am CISSP-certified, an AWS Security Specialist, and hold an M.Tech. in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur. My leadership is grounded in technical depth, people-first approach, and a mission mindset—thanks to years of leading teams with integrity and accountability.I actively mentor, coach, and grow teams, and regularly engage in thought leadership across forums focused on cloud security, platform resilience, and cyber governance.If you\'re building secure, scalable systems—or transforming InfoSec to support digital growth—I’d love to connect.

Experience

1. Grp CISO, Dpo Head of IT

   Nykaa

   Aug 2024 — Present · Delhi, IN

   CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)As Chief Information Security Officer, led the design and implementation of comprehensive, risk-based security solutions tailored to evolving business needs. Oversaw enterprise-wide risk management frameworks to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate information security threats. Partnered with executive leadership to embed security principles into business processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and the protection of sensitive data assets. Championed the design and implementation of GEN AI Governance framework and adoption of Agentic Security Operations.DPO (Data Protection Officer)As Data Protection Officer, directed the enterprise’s data protection strategy with a focus on DPD (Data Protection Directive) compliant frameworks. Spearheaded the implementation of data-centric security measures to ensure end-to-end protection and compliance with global privacy regulations. Key Achievements:• Head of ITAs Head of IT, optimized the performance and productivity of the IT workforce by reengineering processes and adopting innovative technologies. Orchestrated large-scale digital transformation initiatives, modernizing legacy systems to enhance operational efficiency and agility. Oversaw ERP implementation from planning to go-live, achieving measurable business process improvements

Education

• Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad

  Executive Program in Business Management, Business Administration and Management, General

• Indian School of Business

  Business Technology Management, Business Administration and Management, General

  2020

• National defense academy

  Bachelor's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

• Cochin University of Science and Technology

  Master of Science - MS, Electronics and Communications Engineering

• Jawaharlal Nehru University

  Bachelor's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

  Master's degree, Computer Science