Varun Bhatt

About Varun Bhatt

I’m Varun Bhatt, a passionate and results-driven Information Security professional with over 8+ years of hands-on experience safeguarding organizational data and ensuring regulatory compliance. My career is defined by a consistent track record of delivering robust security solutions and leading successful audit initiatives across a wide range of industries.Certified as a CQI-IRCA ISO 27001:2022 & 9001:2015 Lead Auditor and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH v11), I specialize in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and aligning security practices with international standards and frameworks. My expertise spans key domains such as Gap Assessment, Risk Assessment & Treatment, Policy Drafting, and Information Security Audits, making me a versatile asset in any security or compliance-focused environment.Throughout my career, I have conducted and led numerous internal and external audits for both Government and Private sector clients, in collaboration with prestigious Tier 1 Certification Bodies including BSI and TÜV SÜD. These engagements have strengthened my ability to manage complex audit requirements and drive certification success.My core competencies include:ISO Standards: ISO 27001:2022, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 27019:2017, ISO 9001:2015, ISO CQI-IRCA & Regulations: NIST 800-53, CICRA audits, CIC Rules & RegulationsSpecial Focus Areas: Ransomware Resilience, Regulatory Compliance, and Continuous ImprovementWhether aligning organizations with best practices or responding to evolving cybersecurity threats, I am committed to delivering strategic security outcomes that support business goals while fostering a culture of compliance and resilience.

Experience

1. Lead Auditor

   TÜV SÜD

   Jul 2025 — Present · Delhi, IN

   Assessing information security management systems for effectiveness, risk posture, and continual improvement.2. Working with global clients across industries to ensure compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and business continuity frameworks.3. Preparing audit reports, identifying non-conformities, and recommending corrective actions.4. Staying current with evolving cyber threats, regulatory frameworks and best practices

Education

• Delhi Public School, Ranipur Haridwar

  Primary

• Kendriya Vidyalaya

  High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

• IIA-The Institute of Internal Auditors

  Certified Internal Auditor, Auditing

• Graphic Era Deemed to be University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science

  2013 — 2017