Ankush Datta

Coordinated directly with Business Asset Owners to manage and align ownership of more than 450 End User Computing (EUC) assets, ensuring timely control initiation; oversaw quality assurance and reporting metrics for ongoing control assessments. Facilitated control gap assessments by administering structured questionnaires, ensuring accurate documentation of responses.

Strengthened the client’s Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) program by assessing a portfolio of 40+ vendors through comprehensive (SIGLite) and lightweight (SOC1, SOC2) risk evaluations, enhancing visibility into third-party security posture. Assisted with the IT General Controls (ITGC) SOX Audit Cycle, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and identifying areas for improvement.

Carried out comprehensive risk assessments for third-party vendors, evaluating their security practices and ensuring regulatory compliance, resulting in improved cybersecurity measures and reduced vulnerabilities. Completed over 60 evidence-based and gap assessments, identifying key areas for improvement and implementing targeted strategies to enhance the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

Executed comprehensive due diligence risk assessments for over 400 new and existing third-party vendors, scrutinizing their operational capabilities, information security practices, financial stability, and compliance with relevant regulations. Formulated detailed reports and recommendations stemming from risk assessments, imparting invaluable insight to stakeholders.

Initiated incident response planning efforts, ensuring seamless business continuity and empowering informed decision-making processes in the event of an incident. Developed detailed risk reports and presentations for senior management, effectively communicating key findings, emerging risks, and recommended mitigation strategies.

Administered prompt technical support to customers, adeptly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, while consistently surpassing performance targets, significantly contributing to the overall team success.

Grade: 74.28%

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Management with a specialization in Digital Business Management. The program focused on the intersection of business strategy and digital technologies.

Grade: 7.26 CGPA

Obtained a Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering. The curriculum covered fundamental principles and practical applications in the field.