Hemant Joshi
About Hemant Joshi
Hemant Joshi serves as the Head of Information Security at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs in Gurgaon, Haryana, where he has worked since 2020. With over 20 years of experience in IT product development and security, he holds certifications in cloud and information systems security.
Work at Deutsche Telekom
Hemant Joshi has served as the Head of Information Security at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs since 2020. His role is based in Gurgaon, Haryana, where he has been responsible for overseeing the organization's information security initiatives. This position marks a significant step in his career, contributing to the security posture of a major telecommunications company.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining Deutsche Telekom, Hemant Joshi held several key positions in information security. He worked at Bharti Airtel as DGM - Information Security for 11 years, where he focused on enhancing security measures within the organization. He also served as an IT Security Architect at PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk for one year, further solidifying his expertise in the field.
Education and Certifications
Hemant Joshi earned his Bachelor's degree from Hansraj College, Delhi University, between 1995 and 1998. He later pursued a Post Graduate Certificate in Business Administration and Management through a long-distance program at XLRI Jamshedpur from 2012 to 2013. He holds two prominent certifications: CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional) and CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), which validate his skills in cloud and information security.
Expertise in Information Security
Hemant Joshi possesses extensive expertise in various areas of information security, including Secure Architecture Design and Review, Cyber Forensic, and Vulnerability Assessments/Penetration Testing across web, mobile, and network platforms. He is skilled in SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and Big Data Analytics, enabling him to leverage technology for compliance and market leadership.
Career Overview and Experience
With a total of 20 years of experience in IT product development and support, Hemant Joshi has focused primarily on the telecom industry. His career includes roles at SEQUEL INFOCOM PRIVATE LIMITED, HCL Infosystems Ltd., and PCS Technology Ltd., where he contributed to various aspects of information technology and security. His diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry's challenges and opportunities.