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Krishnakumar's Career Path
Fractional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | Strategic AdvisorJan. 2025 -
Present
Independent ConsultantFractional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | Strategic Advisor
Abu Dhabi, UAE · Global / Remote / GCC• Board-level security leadership for venture-backed scale-ups, regulated financial services firms, and critical infrastructure operators across India, the GCC, the USA, and Europe. • Built and matured end-to-end security programs aligned with NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, UAE NESA / Information Assurance Standards for federal entities and India’s DPDP Act, taking clients from ad-hoc controls...
Chief Information Security OfficerJun. 2023 -
Sep. 2024
ConnectSecureChief Information Security Officer
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab EmiratesAs a Chief Information Security Officer, I reported directly to the President. Trained a team of 60 to 90 personnel on all compliance standards while acting as a subject matter expert on compliance standards (NIST 800-53, 171, CMMC, FedRAMP, HIPAA, ISO 27001, CIS, Cyber Essentials, Essentials 8, PCI DSS, GDPR, NIS2). I led the implementation and maintenance of SOC 2, GDPR, and ISO standards, ...
Director of Information Technology OperationsSep. 2020 -
Jun. 2023
INTALEQDirector of Information Technology Operations
Doha, QatarAs a Director of IT Operations, I've managed delivery of interconnected FIFA 2022 stadiums with centralized operational platforms. Led deployment of hybrid infrastructure, enhancing ecosystems through tech collaborations. Negotiated IT service contracts to increase revenue and establish market leadership. Crafted strategic business plans aligned with executive goals. Directed security initiat...