Dhruva Pudel
Head of Cyber Security @Skillcast Group Plc
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Cyber Security @Skillcast Group Plc
London, GB
As the in charge of information security at Skillcast PLC, I am responsible for working closely with the management committee on defining and realising the cyber security strategy at Skillcast Group PLC. i have transformed Skillcast into a more secure and robust SaaS business - Built a cyber security function from ground up- directed and oversaw cyber security programs involving SASE, EDR, SIEM, Security Operations and Security Architecture, Threat intelligence, Security operations on budget and in timei enabled Skillcast to gain and maintain customers trust our platform with - SoC2 type 1 and type 2 accreditation for the Skillcast SaaS platform- ISO 27001:2017 accreditation - Cyber essentials and cyber essentials plus accreditations- The Skillcast trust center https://trust.skillcast.com
EDUCATION
Panjab University
Bachelor's degree
Harvard University
Executive Certificate, Cyber Security Risk Management
ABOUT DHRUVA PUDEL
Dhruva is the Head of Cyber Security at Skillcast. He has over 17 years of experience in the IT domain focused on security. Strong technical experience allows him to zoom in on detail, and business dynamics knowledge allows a wider organizational view ensuring value add and alignment.Defined cyber security strategy and roadmap for SaaS platforms like Skillcast.comExperienced in working with the Board and Management committees towards realising strategic goals and objectives.Cyber Security Budget and cost centre management, reducing costs and optimising resources.Built a high performing cyber security team of 90 members ground up (20 Direct reports)Experienced in global frameworks and accreditations, IS0 27001, SoC2 and regional certifications like Cyber essentials and Cyber essentials Plus (United Kingdom)Experienced in cross functional work management and negotiations e.g. with Head of IT, Head of Marketing, Head of People Culture, and Chief Operating officer, etc.Experienced in vendor management for cyber security requirements i.e. Managed security service providers, IT services providers, and System IntegratorsScaled up and directed global security operations centre from team of 4 to of 90 people, serving more than 150 different entities across the globe.Oversaw near breach cyber security incidents involving active engagement with adversary, devised programs from lessons learnt from such incidents.Directed various programs involving implementation of technical measures i.e. Firewalls, WAF, EDR, SIEM, DLP etc.People friendly & approachable with strong interpersonal, communication & negotiation skills; skilled in leading & motivating team membersCybersecurity Exam Development Volunteer for https://ISC2.orgCertifications and Trainings: CISSP – ISC2CCSP – ISC2CREST CPSA - CREST-Approved.org Executive Certificate in Cyber Security – Harvard UniversityCertified SCADA Security Architect (Training form INFOSEC)ICS Security For Managers -(Training from CISA, DHA)
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