Ravi Malik

About Ravi Malik

As a Security Solution Advisor with deep expertise in information security architecture and enterprise-grade data protection, I specialize in designing, implementing, and advising on end-to-end cybersecurity solutions that align with both business goals and regulatory compliance requirements. I bring a strategic mindset combined with hands-on technical proficiency across data security, identity, and access management domains.My core competencies include architecting high-level and low-level designs for robust security frameworks, delivering Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and guiding clients through secure solution adoption lifecycles. I have extensive experience working with IBM\'s Guardium suite—including Guardium Data Protection, Guardium Cryptography Manager, Data Encryption, Key Lifecycle Management, and Guardium AI Security—enabling comprehensive data protection and threat analytics for structured and unstructured data across hybrid cloud environments.In the field of identity and access management, I deliver scalable solutions using IBM MaaS360, Verify Privilege Vault (Secret Server) ensuring privileged access is tightly controlled and audited. My work also includes advanced secrets management and encryption architecture using HashiCorp Vault and Quantum-Safe technologies, ensuring resilience against emerging cyber threats.With a strong foundation in security governance, crypto agility, risk management and compliance, I partner with stakeholders across technical and business domains to translate complex security requirements into actionable designs. My goal is to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable architectures that protect critical assets while enabling innovation and digital transformation.I take pride in providing thought leadership and maintaining a forward-looking approach in adopting next-gen security solutions, including Encryption as a Service (EaaS), Zero Trust frameworks, Post Quantum Cryptography and AI-driven threat detection. I thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and am committed to empowering organizations with trusted security advisory and architecture excellence.

Experience

1. Security Solutions Advisor

   IBM

   Jan 2025 — Present · Bangalore, IN

   Security Solution Advisor with expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-grade cybersecurity and data protection solutions. Skilled in IBM Guardium (Data Security Center, Encryption, AI Security), MaaS360, HashiCorp Vault, and Quantum-Safe technologies. Proven experience in architecting high-level and low-level security designs, delivering PoCs, and leading secure solution adoption across hybrid environments.Specialized in identity and access management, privileged access control, secrets management, and encryption-as-a-service. Adept at translating complex security needs into scalable, compliant, and resilient architectures that support digital transformation. Trusted advisor to cross-functional teams, with a focus on Zero Trust, AI-driven security, and future-ready infrastructure.

Education

• Kendriya Vidyalaya

  Senior Secondary, PCM+CS+English

  2011 — 2012

• Bharati Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Computer Engineering

  2012 — 2016

• Kendriya Vidyalaya

  Secondary Education, PCM+English+Social Science

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Web Development
• C++
• Visual Studio
• C
• Microsoft Office
• Java
• Software Analysis
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Team Management
• Software Modeling
• C#
• Oracle Database
• Mysql
• Asp.net
• Software Development
• Ellipse