Vandhana Venugopalan, Cisa, Aws Ccp
About Vandhana Venugopalan, Cisa, Aws Ccp
Vandhana Venugopalan is the Vice President of Cybersecurity and Technology Controls at Chase, where she has worked since 2021. She has a strong background in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and technology risk advisory, with experience at several leading firms including PwC, EY, and JPMorgan Chase.
Work at Chase
Vandhana Venugopalan serves as Vice President of Cybersecurity and Technology Controls at Chase, a position she has held since 2021 in London, England. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the cybersecurity posture of the organization and implementing technology controls. Her responsibilities include overseeing cybersecurity initiatives and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Vandhana's leadership in this area contributes to the overall security framework of Chase, safeguarding sensitive information and systems.
Education and Expertise
Vandhana Venugopalan earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Information Technology from Government College of Technology, Coimbatore, completing her studies from 2007 to 2011. She possesses expertise in ethical hacking and penetration testing, utilizing tools such as Kali Linux and Metasploitable servers. Her educational background and technical skills position her as a knowledgeable professional in the cybersecurity field.
Background
Vandhana Venugopalan has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. Prior to her current position at Chase, she worked at PwC UK as a Senior Associate from 2020 to 2021. She also held positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Bengaluru, India, where she served as an Associate Control Officer and a Business Process Analyst. Her career includes roles at EY and Wells Fargo, further enhancing her expertise in technology risk and compliance.
Achievements
Vandhana Venugopalan actively participates in mentoring circles aimed at supporting and guiding cybersecurity professionals worldwide. She engages in ISACA community events, including global webinars and conferences, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the cybersecurity domain. Additionally, she advocates for workplace diversity and equality, focusing on initiatives that aim to break the glass ceiling for women in technology.