Hareswar Thokulva Kumaran

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ABOUT HARESWAR THOKULVA KUMARAN

I am a dedicated Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professional with extensive experience managing third-party risk, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance across global markets. With a solid background in ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, and NIST frameworks, I specialize in developing robust GRC frameworks that help organizations mitigate risks and enhance security postures.As a GRC Analyst at Gardaworld, I take the responsibility of policy governance, exception management, vendor risk activities, application security reviews etc. At my previous role as a Consultant in Third-Party Risk Management at NielsenIQ, I manage the security assessments of over 3,500 vendors, perform security audits for mergers and acquisitions, and lead risk management programs across EMEIA and Nordisk regions. I have successfully implemented strategies that strengthen vendor security, improve compliance, and safeguard critical assets.My previous roles at Comcast and EY have honed my expertise in cloud cybersecurity, secure code review, and audit automation, driving efficiency and security improvements for complex systems. I also bring hands-on experience in full-stack development using.NET and Angular, allowing me to bridge the gap between security and technology.I hold an MBA in Fintech from BITS Pilani and am certified in ISO 27001, Scrum, and secure software development. With a passion for continuous improvement and collaboration, I am committed to helping organizations navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity and risk management.