Samrat Kishor

About Samrat Kishor

Results-driven technology risk professional with a proven track record in delivering exceptional audit and attestation engagements, building high-performing teams, and driving successful practice management. Recognized for expertise in cybersecurity, GRC, and emerging technologies, including blockchain. Mentor to startups and successful startup founders. Passionate about driving business transformation and enabling organizations to thrive in a dynamic technology landscape.Key Skills: Technology Risk Management | Cybersecurity | Audit & Attestation | GRC | Blockchain | Prompt Engineering | Program Management | Team Building & Coaching | Practice Management | Regulatory Compliance | Emerging Technologies | Strategic PlanningExperience Highlights- Delivered multiple complex audits and attestation engagements, ensuring compliance with SOC 1, SOC 2, GDPR, ISO 27001, and other industry standards- Led GRC practice and managed Security Operations Center services, forging key partnerships and driving successful client outcomes- Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies such as blockchain to drive business innovation and efficiency- Mentored startups, sharing insights and guiding their growth towards success- Demonstrated entrepreneurship and business acumen.Passionate about collaborating with clients and stakeholders, I thrive on solving complex challenges and driving positive change in technology risk management. With a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, I have a proven ability to navigate through uncertainty and deliver impactful results.As a mentor in Startup India Program, I bring a unique perspective and entrepreneurial spirit to my work. I understand the highs and lows of the startup journey, having experienced both success and challenges firsthand. My entrepreneurial journey has taught me that resilience, adaptability, and a sense of humour are essential ingredients for success.Let\'s connect and explore how my expertise and experience can help drive your organization\'s success in today\'s rapidly evolving technology landscape. Remember, in the world of technology risk, it\'s not just about mitigating threats; it\'s about embracing opportunities and riding the wave of innovation.\"In the face of risk, I once heard a startup founder say,\'We can either let it paralyze us or let it energize us.\' Let\'s choose the latter and conquer new frontiers together.\"#TechnologyRisk #Cybersecurity #Audit #GRC #Blockchain #ProgramManagement #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #BusinessTransformation

Experience

1. Partner

   Golden Next Ventures

   Sep 2019 — Present · New Delhi, IN

   Golden Next Ventures is an Ideas Lab. We are working with some of the most exceptional change makers driving business growth by utilising new age technologies like Blockchain, AI and Quantum Computing.Samrat is responsible for strategic advice, investments and go-to-market.

Education

• JSS Academy Of Technical Education, Noida

  B.Tech, Electronics & Communication Engineering

  2004 — 2008

• St. Francis' College, Lucknow

  Class 12th, ISC

  2002 — 2004

• Harvard Business School Online

  Certificate in Disruptive Strategy with Clayton Christensen

  2018 — 2018

• Cathedral School, Lucknow

  Class 10th, C.B.S.E.

  1988 — 2002

• INSEAD

  INSEAD Accenture Certificate Program in Business Strategy, Strategic Management

  2018 — 2019

Skills

• Project Management
• Hitrust
• Ssae 16/ Isae 3402 Audit and Consulting
• Distributed Ledger Technology
• Management Consulting
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Public Speaking
• Information Technology
• Sas70
• R
• Design Thinking
• Blockchain
• Collaboration
• Information Security
• Cobit
• Requirements Analysis
• Business Modeling
• Risk Management
• Team Management
• Internal Audit
• Iso 27001
• Consulting
• Standard Operating Procedures for IT Operations
• Management
• Business Model Innovation
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Training Delivery
• Leadership
• Business Development
• Business Analysis
• Governance
• Business Process Improvement
• Strategy
• IT Strategy
• Business Strategy
• Auditing