Pranab Ex Fico

About Pranab Ex Fico

I am a seasoned Cyber Security Delivery and Solution Leader with over 20 years of experience in Networking and Security, currently serving as the Associate Director of Cyber Security at Cognizant. I lead the entire DACH region for Cyber Defense, with a team size of 100+ SMEs and managers, across four security towers: Threat and Vulnerability Management, Digital Identity, Data Protection and Privacy, and Governance and Risk Compliance.My expertise lies in the engineering and operation support functions of mission-critical business solutions using IT as a tool. I have demonstrated my skills in Data Center Operations, Virtualization, Routing, Switching and Firewall, Change Management, Process Improvement, Team Management, Client Relationship Management, Cross-functional Coordination, Cloud, Storage and Server Virtualization, and Capacity Planning. I hold several certifications, including C|CISO, CISM, CCSKv4, AWS, CCNP, SPSP, and NSX, and I have actively participated in Bug Bounty programs. I have also established myself as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity tools implementation, such as Palo Alto NxGen Firewall, Symantec, TreamMicro, MacAfee, Proofpoint, ForcePoint, Zscaler, Next Gen IPS/IDS, AI Vectra, Deep Security Management, ApexOne, ApexCentral, Azure sentinel, MFA, Cloud Based SIEM-Splunk, DLP integration and understanding, WAF, DDOS, WAP, and DarkTrace Tool.My goal is to help businesses optimize their infrastructure and achieve their objectives by leveraging the latest tools and technologies. I have a proven track record in handling and managing operational crises, issues, and problems, and I excel in project delivery and knowledge transfer. I am an expert in developing ideas and solutions for the automation of operational activities to result in a reduction of efforts. I am passionate about driving successful projects that enhance the cybersecurity posture and operational efficiency of the organizations I work with.

Experience

1. Portfolio Delivery Lead - Cybersecurity for Dach Se Middle East Market

   Cognizant

   Jan 2026 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Key ResponsibilitiesDrive full P&L ownership across revenue, cost, GM%, utilization, bench, subcontractor spend, and tooling budgets. Define annual operating plans, pricing strategy, quarterly targets, and scalable delivery models. Lead predictable growth through pipeline governance and recurring managed services expansion.Own end‑to‑end delivery for projects and managed services, ensuring quality, timelines, SLAs, customer satisfaction, and profitability. Establish delivery governance with QBRs, risk and escalation processes, change control, and acceptance criteria. Build strong SOPs, metrics, and continuous improvement practices while maintaining audit and regulatory compliance.Build a high‑performing practice with architects, SREs, engineers, and delivery managers. Develop competency matrices, certification paths, and reusable IP including reference designs, accelerators, automation libraries, and migration playbooks. Strengthen bid excellence with estimation models, SoW/MSA inputs, RACIs, and SLA catalogs.Embed security‑by‑design and FinOps practices across cost optimization, tagging, budgets, and anomaly detection. Support ISO, SOC2, PCI, HIPAA, and regional compliance requirements.

Education

• Pranab Vidyapith

  Matriculation

  1994 — 1995

• Aptech Learning

  E Com, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

• Nagaland University

  10+2, Business/Commerce, General

• Nagaland University

  Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Skills

• Network Engineering
• Nat
• Data Center
• Wan
• Network Architecture
• Ospf
• Routers
• Cisco
• Itil
• Ids
• Isdn
• Routing
• Stp
• Vlan
• Firewalls
• Cisco Certified
• Network Security
• Bgp
• Wireshark
• Cisco Wsa
• Tcp/Ip
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (Dhcp)
• Cisco Ios
• Mpls
• Ips
• Troubleshooting
• Hsrp
• Vtp
• Asa
• Dns
• Eigrp
• Networking
• Network Administration
• Load Balancing
• Dhcp
• Network Design
• Routing Protocols
• Switches
• Vmware
• Vpn