bharadwaj nookala

Information Security Manager

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Jun 2024 - Present

Led Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) assessments and security approvals for enterprise tool onboarding, architectural changes, and security enhancements. Conducted AI Security assessments and PoC reviews for Generative AI, Quantum Computing, IoT, and 5G/6G initiatives, validating security controls before deployment. Performed enterprise security gap assessments against NIST, CISA, and DSCI frameworks, translating emerging technology risks into security controls. Strengthened the organization's Security Posture using XM Cyber BAS by identifying attack paths and driving remediation across cloud, Active Directory, CSPM, and on-premises environments. Managed Third-Party Risk and Security Posture using BitSight, Security Scorecard, Black Kite, and Risk Ledger, proactively mitigating enterprise cyber risks. Collaborated with infrastructure, cloud, application, and identity teams to prioritize risk-based vulnerability remediation and improve enterprise cyber resilience. Developed Security Governance artifacts, including security policies, standards, risk assessments, and RFP/RFI security responses, supporting audit and compliance initiatives. Enhanced enterprise security policies and control frameworks to address evolving cyber threats, AI Security risks, cloud security, and regulatory compliance.