Sara P.
About Sara P.
Sara P. is a Senior Manager of IT Compliance at Cashfree Payments, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in computer science and extensive experience in compliance and security, she has held various roles in notable companies including Wipro Technologies, CGI, and First Advantage.
Current Role at Cashfree Payments
Sara P. serves as the Senior Manager of IT Compliance at Cashfree Payments, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing compliance with various industry standards, including PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, SOC2, and SAR. She acts as the central point of contact for bank audits and manages CERT-In reporting. Her responsibilities also include coordinating with different teams to address audit findings and ensure the implementation of necessary controls.
Previous Experience in IT Compliance
Prior to her current position, Sara P. worked at First Advantage as the Lead of Global Security from 2016 to 2022. In this role, she focused on maintaining adherence to regulatory and IT audit guidelines. She also has experience conducting third-party audits and risk assessments, particularly regarding InfoSec clauses in contracts with banks and merchants. Her earlier roles include positions at CHR Solutions, CGI, and Wipro Technologies, where she gained significant expertise in technical compliance and security.
Educational Background
Sara P. earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science from the College of Engineering, Chengannur, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business through distance education at Sikkim Manipal University, graduating between 2014 and 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in IT compliance and management.
Career Progression in Technology
Sara P. has a diverse career in technology, beginning as a Project Engineer at Wipro Technologies from 2005 to 2009. She then advanced to the role of Senior Software Engineer at Wipro from 2009 to 2012, and subsequently at CGI from 2012 to 2013. Her technical expertise laid the groundwork for her transition into IT compliance roles, where she has continued to develop her skills and knowledge in regulatory standards and security.