Your OT Cybersecurity Expert

I have 15+ year of experience in Cybersecurity. My expertise is Manufacturing and Critical Infrastructure security.

I am passionate about sharing knowledge and bring change to the way organisations and people think of cysbersecurity especifically in the OT security domain.

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About Me

Introduction

I am a seasoned cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience in the field. With a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise, I have acquired several industry-leading certifications, including ISA 62443 Cybersecurity Expert, CISSP, and SANS GRID. My experience includes working for the Government of India for over 10 years, where I have gained invaluable knowledge and insights into securing critical infrastructure and operational technology (OT) systems. With a proven track record of success in designing and implementing effective OT security solutions, I am committed to helping organizations navigate the complex and ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape to ensure their systems remain secure and resilient against emerging threats..

Industry Experience

1. Siemens Technology India as Technical Expert - Cybersecurity from 2019 till today

2. Government of India as Consultant Cybersecurity from 2009 to 2019

3. As Co-founder Administrator Varda Group of Institutes from 2003 to 2009

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Expert Areas

IT/OT/IIoT Cybersecurity

Critical Infrastructures Protection

CIP involves measures to prevent, detect, and respond to threats, including physical attacks, cyber attacks, natural disasters, and other disruptions that could have serious consequences for public safety, national security, and economic stability.

IEC/ISA 62443 Compliances

A series of international standards that provides guidelines and best practices for implementing cybersecurity measures in industrial automation and control systems.

IIoT Security

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) security involves protecting the interconnected devices and systems used in industrial settings from cyber threats, data breaches, and other security risks.

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Risk Assessments

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IEC 62443 Consulting

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Cybersecurity Programs

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Trainings

Content Areas

I share knowledge on follwing areas

IEC/ISA 62443

OT Security Risk Assessments

IIoT and Security

Industrial Metaverse

Cloud Security

Vulnerability Assessments

Resources

Articles and Posts

India's Cybersecurity Ecosystem for Public and Corporate Entities

Learn how the cybersecurity ecosystem is organised in India through the 4 Sector i.e Governance, Academia, Think Tanks, Private Entities

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CISSP: Exits Notes

This blog is my experience appearing for Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Exam.

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OT Security: Zero to Hero

This blog is my effort to best capture the Journey to ICS or OT Cybersecurity. This is a compilation of my experiences and learnings.

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ICS Attacks with Large Public Impact

The ICS Attacks with large public impacts and the learning from them.

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IEC 62443

An Overview through conversation between Bob and Ted

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OT Vulnerability Assessments: Why we need to do better?

The recommendation for ICS is "Only patch if it reduces signifiact risk".

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