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Imaan Patel

@imaanpatel

IT Security Officer at Emtel, leading cybersecurity risk management and strengthening security across business systems and endpoints.

Mauritius

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At Emtel Ltd, I lead cybersecurity risk management, coordinate external audits, and assess web applications, APIs, and critical systems. I work with C-level management and internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the organisation’s security posture.

I manage the evaluation and deployment of cybersecurity technologies and serve as the primary cybersecurity liaison with the Security Operations Centre. I also coordinate managed security service providers and present monthly cybersecurity and ISMS reports to C-level management.

Previously, at PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd, I worked on cybersecurity and privacy projects for local and regional clients. I conducted security assessments and digital forensic examinations, supported ISO 27001 implementation, and was Lead Implementer of Privacy Information System Management under ISO 27701:2019.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IT Security Officer

Current

Emtel Ltd

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Responsible for cybersecurity governance, risk management, security operations, vulnerability management, and security awareness, working closely with C-level management and external stakeholders.

Cybersecurity Risk Management Vulnerability Assessment Security Operations ISO 27001 Privacy Impact Assessment Security Awareness Vendor Management Incident Management EDR

Cybersecurity & Privacy Consultant

PricewaterhouseCoopers Ltd

Oct 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 4 months)

Delivered tailored cybersecurity solutions to clients locally and across the Middle East, conducting assessments, digital forensics, and implementing governance frameworks.

Cybersecurity Privacy ISO 27001 ISO 27701 VAPT Digital Forensics Risk Quantification Network Security Application Security Governance Risk And Compliance

General Contractor in Construction

Steel Stresses Ltd

Jul 2019 - Sep 2019 (2 months)

Gained practical work experience and developed professional skills by contributing to various projects at a family business during school vacations.

Consultant in Cybersecurity

PwC

Jun 2018 - Jul 2018 (1 month)

Gained hands-on experience in threat analysis, risk assessment, and implementing security measures during a four-week internship with the Cyber Security team.

Threat Analysis Risk Assessment Security Measures

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Middlesex University Mauritius

BSc Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, Computer Science

2020 - 2023

Activities and societies: Year 1: Joined the Music Society; Year 2: Joined the Psychology Society; Year 3: Specialisation in Blockchain Engineering and Analytics.

BSc in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics with a specialisation in Blockchain Engineering and Analytics. Participated in the Music Society and Psychology Society.

Baccalaureat Economique et Social

Baccalaureat, Economics and Social Sciences

2007 - 2020

Activities and societies: Athletic Sports; Arts Specialisation

Completed the Baccalaureat Economique et Social with main subjects including Advanced Maths, Economics and Sociology, and European Section. Participated in athletic sports and arts specialisation.