Sidd Pandey
Cyber Risk and Assurance Manager @Tesco Technology
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WORK HISTORY
Cyber Risk and Assurance Manager @Tesco Technology
Welwyn Garden City, GB
Security Exceptions Management:Developed a centralized process for reviewing, analyzing, and tracking security exceptions related to non-compliance with standards. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify effective solutions and compensating controls, successfully reducing risks to acceptable levels and enhancing overall compliance efforts.Key Contributions- Spearheaded the centralized Security Exception Process, improving organizational risk awareness- Conducted thorough reviews of exception requests to analyze underlying risks, ensuring informed decision-making- Assessed the likelihood and impact of security exceptions to drive proactive risk management strategies- Collaborated with teams to implement compensating controls, significantly mitigating potential risks- Monitored accepted risks, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement- Developed metrics for management reporting, providing insights into risk management effectiveness- Educated stakeholders on risk impacts, ensuring informed acceptance aligned with business objectives.Secrets Management ProjectLed the identification and remediation of unsecured secrets in user data, implementing strategies to safeguard sensitive information and reduce the risk of privilege escalation and lateral movement by threat actors.Key Contributions- Implemented robust strategies for securing sensitive information across the organization- Collaborated with teams to identify and mitigate risks associated with sensitive data, enhancing security posture- Conducted mentoring sessions for new joiners to ensure understanding of project processes- Monitored and refined secrets management practices to address emerging threats- Provided regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with security objectives.
EDUCATION
Amity University
Master's degree, Advertising and Mass Communications
BCS London
Prince2 Practitioner , Project Management
EC-Council University
CEH v10, Cyber Security
Cavendish College London
Master's degree, Hospitality Management
Gujarat University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Gujarat University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Psychology
ABOUT SIDD PANDEY
As a Cyber Risk and Assurance Manager with a strong foundation in Security Operations (SOC), I bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to managing cyber risk and driving security assurance across complex environments. My hands-on experience in SOC has given me a deep, technical understanding of systems, threats, and security operations—enabling me to assess risks not just from a compliance standpoint, but with real-world technical insight.Throughout my career, I\'ve led and contributed to impactful projects including secrets management, SWIFT compliance, and Cyber Essentials Attestation. I excel at identifying opportunities for automation and process streamlining, reducing manual effort while improving consistency and efficiency across assurance functions.Being technically sound allows me to bridge the gap between strategic risk goals and technical implementation. I’m passionate about creating scalable, efficient workflows that strengthen security posture without adding unnecessary complexity.With a blend of technical depth and strategic thinking, I aim to align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives—delivering measurable improvements in resilience, compliance, and operational performance.
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