Nikhil Bhargava
About Nikhil Bhargava
Nikhil Bhargava is the Managing Director at Edgile, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and business continuity, having previously held leadership roles at American Express and Deloitte.
Work at Edgile
Nikhil Bhargava has been serving as the Managing Director at Edgile since 2022. In this role, he focuses on providing strategic leadership and direction in cybersecurity and business continuity. His experience in managing large-scale projects and teams enhances Edgile's capabilities in delivering integrated solutions to clients.
Previous Experience at American Express
Before joining Edgile, Nikhil Bhargava worked at American Express from 2001 to 2007 as a Team Leader. During his tenure in the New Delhi Area, India, he managed the Intranet and took on a dual role in Business Continuity, acting as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for IBM's outsourced IT helpdesk. His responsibilities included overseeing IT operations and ensuring continuity of business processes.
Career at Deloitte
Nikhil Bhargava worked at Deloitte from 2007 to 2022 as a Senior Manager. His role involved advising Fortune 100 and 500 clients on Cyber Security Strategy and Planning. He led the establishment of a cybersecurity governance model that included three lines of defense (3 LoDs) for clients, showcasing his expertise in cybersecurity management.
Education and Certifications
Nikhil Bhargava studied at Colvin Taluqdars College, where he focused on Maths and Science, achieving an Intermediate degree from 1994 to 1996. He holds certifications as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), which validate his expertise in cybersecurity and business continuity management.
Expertise in Delivery Models
Nikhil Bhargava has developed expertise in establishing an integrated 'onshore-offshore' delivery model across geographical regions. He has experience in setting up and managing offshore teams in India, which has been instrumental in delivering multi-million-dollar cybersecurity projects for clients.