CISM | Senior IT & Systems Administrator | Cybersecurity & Information Security Leadership

Greater Bengaluru Area


Salem, Tamil Nadu, India


Salem, Tamil Nadu, India

Salem, Tamil Nadu, India
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India







Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Engineering
The Kavery Engineering College

Bachelor's Degree, Computer Engineering
The Kavery Engineering College
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I am an Senior IT & Systems Administrator with 10+ years of experience, specializing in building, securing, and governing reliable IT environments that support business objectives and digital growth. My professional focus lies at the intersection of IT operations and cybersecurity, where I take ownership of system stability, information security controls, risk management, and compliance. I have hands-on experience leading initiatives related to system hardening, identity and access management, patch and vulnerability management, backup and disaster recovery, monitoring, and incident response support. I approach my role with a security-first and governance-driven mindset, ensuring that technology operations align with organizational risk appetite, regulatory requirements, and best practices. I regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to strengthen security posture, improve resilience, and enable secure digital transformation. Known for a calm, accountable, and continuous-learning approach, I value clarity, process maturity, and proactive risk mitigation. I am motivated by roles where I can contribute to cybersecurity leadership, operational excellence, and long-term business resilience, particularly within complex and regulated environments.
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Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Engineering, The Kavery Engineering College
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Engineering, The Kavery Engineering College