Hiral Pandit
About Hiral Pandit
Hiral Pandit is an Associate Manager of IT SOX Governance at General Mills, with extensive experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance.
Current Role at General Mills
Hiral Pandit is currently serving as Associate Manager, IT SOX Governance at General Mills in the United States. This position involves managing IT governance relating to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance, ensuring that the company's IT controls and processes meet regulatory standards.
Experience as IT Audit Manager
From 2017 to 2022, Hiral Pandit worked as IT Audit Manager at General Mills in Mumbai, India. In this role, he oversaw IT audit processes and contributed significantly to risk management and compliance efforts. His work during this time enhanced the security posture of the organization.
Educational Background
Hiral Pandit holds a Master of Science (MS) in Information Management from Syracuse University, completed between 2009 and 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai, completed from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, he holds an MBA from San Jose State University.
Certifications and Expertise
Hiral Pandit is certified as a CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) and CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional). These certifications underline his expertise in information security and auditing, making him proficient in managing IT governance, risk management, and compliance.
Professional Experience at EY and Argus
Between 2014 and 2017, Hiral Pandit served as a Senior Consultant at EY in Mumbai, providing advisory services in information security and audit. Prior to EY, he worked as a Senior Analyst at Argus Information and Advisory Services from 2011 to 2014 in White Plains, New York, focusing on data analysis and IT solutions.