Paul S.

About Paul S.

Seasoned cyber governance and regulatory leader with more than 17 years of experience across global financial services, specializing in GRC, cyber regulatory engagement, risk management, IAM, and enterprise-wide compliance frameworks. Proven ability to design, implement, and govern large-scale cyber and regulatory programs while strengthening organizational resilience. Experienced in leading risk & control functions, overseeing regulatory interactions, driving cyber posture improvements, managing IAM controls, and shaping information security policies aligned with global standards. Skilled in evaluating enterprise risks, guiding mitigation strategies, and ensuring adherence to regulatory expectations. Recognized for excellence in leadership, stakeholder engagement, process optimization, and program governance - supported by awards for stewardship and delivery. Strong advocate for cyber awareness, compliance culture, and mentoring future talent. Passionate about enabling secure growth, operational resilience, and regulatory confidence within complex organizations.

Experience

1. VP Regulatory Governance & External Engagement Barclays

   Barclays

   Aug 2024 — Present · IN

   Lead enterprise-wide regulatory governance for cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with internal policies and global regulatory standards.Develop, implement, and manage cybersecurity regulatory compliance frameworks and procedures.Monitor regulatory updates, evolving guidelines, and emerging risks, driving timely alignment across the organization.Conduct regulatory assessments, oversee internal reviews, and manage required compliance filings and documentation.Provide strategic guidance to teams on compliance requirements, risk mitigation, and cyber governance best practices.Partner with Internal Audit, CISO, CIO, and global stakeholders during audits, regulatory engagements, and supervisory interactions.Oversee compliance dashboards, control reporting, and regulatory updates for senior leadership, including CISO, CRO, and board committees.Drive remediation of high-impact audit and regulatory findings, ensuring sustainable and long-term control improvements.Champion a robust governance and control framework aligned with enterprise risk appetite and industry mandates.Strengthen cyber resilience through effective policy leadership, control assurance, and risk-based decision-making.Foster a culture of compliance, transparency, and risk ownership across business and technology functions.

Education

• Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

• International Business Management Institute (IBMI)

  Diploma in Project Management, Project Management

  2020