Somnath Banerjee

About Somnath Banerjee

Cybersecurity is more than a technology challenge—it\'s a trust imperative. Securing data means protecting people, businesses, and the future.With nearly 30 years of cybersecurity leadership across Presales, Solution Architecture, Service Delivery, and Business Development, I help global enterprises and Fortune 500 clients in Telecom, BFSI, Enterprise, and Government sectors drive secure digital transformation.I specialize in building scalable, client-centric cybersecurity solutions that align with strategic goals and fuel top-line growth across India, ASEAN, APAC, EMEA, and the US.Expert in the Telco Security domain, with technical depth in EDR/XDR, DLP, Endpoint & Network Protection, Deception technologies, Dark Web Monitoring, Email & Web Security, Cloud Security, and Mobile Device Security.Skilled in deal shaping, pricing strategy, sales enablement, and managing end-to-end RFP/RFI/RFQ responses. I bring together OEM capabilities, partner ecosystems, and cross-functional teams to create differentiated solutions that solve evolving cyber risks.Known for a collaborative, innovation-first mindset, I align cybersecurity with business outcomes—simplifying complexity for CxOs, influencing stakeholders, and enabling enterprise-wide resilience.The Value I Bring Customer-Centric Growth: I scale businesses by driving secure technology adoption, strengthening customer relationships, and optimizing delivery for revenue impact. Cyber Risk Leadership: I design and implement security frameworks that safeguard assets, improve compliance, and reduce risk exposure. Strategic Alliances: Proven success in forging partnerships and co-creating go-to-market strategies that expand reach and deliver measurable growth. Global Execution: I lead diverse, cross-regional teams and execute complex cybersecurity programs with agility and precision. Trusted Executive Advisor: I engage with C-level leaders to align cybersecurity investments with business strategy, translating technical solutions into business value. I transform cybersecurity challenges into enablers of growth and efficiency. I bridge business and technology to deliver outcomes that matter. I elevate satisfaction, retention, and resilience through tailored cyber strategies. Let’s Connect — I’m passionate about empowering organizations with cybersecurity strategies that build trust, drive transformation, and protect the future.

Experience

1. Principal Consultant - Cyber Security

   Infosys

   Jul 2025 — Present · IN

   Leading high-impact consulting engagements across the cybersecurity lifecycle, guiding clients in areas such as regulatory compliance, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), cloud and infrastructure security, data protection, endpoint & network security etc. Key responsibilities include:Delivering Cybersecurity Consulting Solutions: Act as a principal expert across multiple cyber domains, from regulatory and GRC to technical specialties. Provide strategic leadership in shaping a client’s overall cybersecurity roadmap and oversee delivery of consulting engagements- Client Engagement and Advisory: Interface with senior client stakeholders, including C-level executives, to develop and communicate security strategies, implement risk mitigation plans, and support clients in meeting evolving regulatory and security requirements- Project Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams through the end-to-end consulting process—scoping, solution definition, project management, and delivery. Mentor project teams, contribute to proposal development, and conduct client training and internal capability-building- Security Assessments and Architecture: Oversee security controls assessments, audit operational and tactical security controls, and provide recommendations for improvement in areas like network security, application security, and workspace security- Thought Leadership: Contribute to the creation of value-adding consulting solutions, ensure best practices are shared within the team, and help grow Infosys’s internal cybersecurity expertise- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to continually enhance clients’ security posture and adapt to new threats and technology landscapes.

Education

• Delhi University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business/Commerce, General

  1991 — 1994

• Tata Infotech Ltd.

  Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications, Computer Science

  1994 — 1996

• Bishop Cotton School, Shimla

  High School, ICSE & ISC

  1978 — 1990

Skills

• Ips
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Public Speaking
• Pre-Sales
• Intrusion Detection
• Technology Evangelism
• Corporate Training
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• Mobile Device Management
• Content Security
• Perimeter Security
• Business Development
• Information Security
• Solution Selling
• Control Software
• Security
• Enterprise Software
• Data Loss Prevention
• Antivirus
• Computer Security
• Email Security
• Crm
• Technology Evangelist
• Vulnerability Management
• Dlp
• Mobile Security
• Endpoint Security
• Networking
• Business Alliances
• Network Security
• Business Intelligence