Sujay Shinde

About Sujay Shinde

Highly skilled and results-driven Cybersecurity Professional with a proven track record of 8 years delivering exceptional performance and securing critical infrastructure. Recognized for consistently exceeding expectations, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and diligence to safeguard organizations from emerging cyber threats.Throughout my career, I have successfully developed and implemented robust cybersecurity strategies, drafting standards, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data. My deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape within IT as well as OT, allows me to proactively identify vulnerabilities and develop effective countermeasures. I have a solid background in gap assessment, cybersecurity strategy, remediation, creating security awareness training, phishing simulation and dashboards, conducting risk assessments, third party security assessments, client contract redlining/negotiation, providing actionable recommendations to strengthen security posture.I possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling me to collaborate seamlessly with stakeholders at all levels. My ability to convey technical concepts in a clear and concise manner has allowed me to build strong relationships with both technical and non-technical personnel.I have a strong knowledge of industry standards and best practices, including ISO 27001, ISA/IEC 62443, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), CIS controls, and GDPR, ensuring compliance and regulatory requirements are met. I stay updated with the latest advancements in cybersecurity through continuous learning and professional development, consistently enhancing my skill set to stay ahead of emerging threats.Driven by a passion for protecting critical assets and preserving the integrity of information systems, I have consistently delivered exceptional results and helped organizations maintain a strong security posture. My commitment to excellence, proactive approach, and ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments make me a high performer in the cybersecurity field across all the organizations where I have worked till date.If you are seeking a cybersecurity professional who can drive robust security initiatives, foster a culture of security awareness, and deliver outstanding results, I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your organization\'s success. Let\'s connect and explore how I can help safeguard your organization in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

Experience

1. Enterprise Security - Lead Cybersecurity Consultant

   Deloitte

   Oct 2021 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Spearheaded successful enterprise-level cybersecurity transformation projects across diverse sectors (Finance, Oil & Gas, Investment Management, Recycling), significantly enhancing client security postures and operational resilience.• Architected and deployed Claroty xDome solutions, enabling continuous threat detection and secure remote access for critical OT assets; concurrently, developed and implemented a comprehensive OT GRC framework and cybersecurity awareness training programs, bolstering operational resilience.• Executed rigorous CyberPHA assessments, risk analyses, and compliance gap assessments across complex IT and OT infrastructures, ensuring alignment with NIST CSF 1.1 & 2.0, ISO 27001, and IEC 62443 standards and proactively identifying critical risks for remediation.• Formulated and championed enterprise-wide cybersecurity roadmaps and remediation strategies, effectively securing executive buy-in and enabling informed, strategic decision-making for C-suite leadership.• Developed impactful metrics, dashboards, and visual reports that distilled complex cybersecurity risks and performance data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.• Consistently recognized with multiple Deloitte Outstanding Performance Awards and Spot Awards for exceptional delivery and demonstrated impact on client engagements.

Education

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Science - BSc, Information Technology

  2009 — 2011

• The State University of New York

  Master of Science - MS, Cyber Security (Network & Computer Security) - Honor Roll

  2014 — 2016

• University of Mumbai

  Master of Science - MS, Information Technology

  2011 — 2013