Ritesh Vanmali

About Ritesh Vanmali

I have over 22 Years of experience as Information Technology (IT) Professional with strong experience in IT management, IT Security (Cybersecurity) Management and IT enterprise architecture. Demonstrated expertise in establishing and implementing a large cyber security program. Designed and implemented Automated tool-based vulnerability management framework that continuously monitors and detects Cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. Performed evaluations and selections of IT security tools and successfully implemented IT Security systems to protect the availability, integrity and confidentiality of critical business information and information systems. Highly skilled, dedicated and enthusiastic team player with excellent leadership and communication skills. Accomplishments- Leadership *Developed and implemented enterprise security strategy and framework for large customers across Europe and Americas region, that consisted of strategically integrated elements of NIST risk management & Cybersecurity frameworks and ISO 27001:2013- Strategy and Planning *Developed and communicated Acceptable Use policy, Hardening guidelines, End-of-Life guidelines, Vulnerability Management procedure & Guidelines.*Established policies and procedures for systems administrators to perform operating system and application patching – including addressing Zero Day Vulnerability patching- Team Collaboration *Collaborated with large functions to establish enterprise security framework to accomplish common IT security objectives and leverage common tools to reduce costs.*Coordinated the activities of Information Security Officers to define and establish unified program-wide approach to address IT security issues and mitigate IT security risks.*Collaborated with Application and Infrastructure service BU’s and led Cybersecurity solution for the Large Total Outsourcing deals- Project Management *Design Enterprise IT Security Road Map based on Mitre Attack & NIST Cybersecurity framework.*Managed IT Certification & Accreditation program implementing automated tools to realize efficiencies and significant cost savings, including developing IT security plans and processes.*Transitioning Cybersecurity services of large Banking & Finance, Manufacturing, Retail and Energy & Utilities industry-based clients from existing vendor - with no impact to IT Business operations.

Experience

1. Director of Cyber Security

   LTIMindtree

   Jun 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   The Director - Cybersecurity Delivery, leading and overseeing the execution of enterprise cybersecurity programs for stratergic customers. This role combines Delivery Governance, program Management, and customer engagement to ensure the successful implementation of services aligned with business objectives abs compliance standards.Contribute to cybersecurity strategy formulation, solution design, and roadmap planning for multiple engagements. Drive Innovation through adoption of GenAI, Automation platforms and advanced adversary management framework. Collaborate with CoE, pre-sales and sales team to align delivery with evolving customer needs and technology trends.