Nikhil Shetty

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ABOUT NIKHIL SHETTY

Nikhil Shetty is a seasoned SAP Security Architect and CISSP-certified professional with over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity and risk advisory. Currently serving as a lead architect at CN (Canadian National Railway), he is recognized for his ability to design and implement robust security frameworks for complex, enterprise-level SAP landscapes.​Throughout a distinguished career that includes leadership roles at Deloitte and Capgemini, Nikhil has specialized in bridging the gap between technical infrastructure and strategic governance. He has a proven track record of securing large-scale environments through advanced Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategies and the integration of automated Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions.​Core Expertise & Strategic Focus:​Security Architecture: Designing end-to-end security blueprints for S/4HANA and legacy systems, utilizing CNIS checklists to ensure rigorous system hardening.​Privileged Access Management (PAM): Architecting secure access models using SAP GRC Firefighter and enterprise tools like CyberArk to mitigate internal and external threats.​Third-Party Risk Assessment (TPRA): Evaluating and managing the security posture of vendors and cloud partners to protect the integrity of the extended supply chain.​Identity Governance: Streamlining the user lifecycle through IDM toolsets, ensuring compliance with SOX, ITGC, and global data privacy standards.​Nikhil combines deep technical proficiency with a risk-based mindset to help organizations achieve digital transformation without compromising security. He is dedicated to staying at the forefront of the cybersecurity landscape, ensuring that critical infrastructure remains resilient against evolving threats.