Arul Subramanian, Csm, Cissp
About Arul Subramanian, Csm, Cissp
Arul Subramanian serves as the Head of Information Security at Geode Capital Management, focusing on policy and governance within the company's information security program. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity and risk management, having previously held positions at John Hancock and Ameriprise Financial Services.
Work at Geode Capital Management
Arul Subramanian serves as the Head of Information Security at Geode Capital Management, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on policy and governance within the company's information security program. He is responsible for developing and implementing cybersecurity risk assessment and control procedures. Additionally, he oversees vendor risk assessments and ensures vendor oversight as part of Geode's information security strategy. Subramanian also leads information security training and awareness programs to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to his current role, Arul Subramanian worked at John Hancock as the Director of Cyber Defense from 2019 to 2022. His experience in cybersecurity also includes a position as Program Manager for Data Masking and GDPR at Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in 2018, and as Program Manager for IT Merger & Integration at Sun Life Financial from 2016 to 2018. His extensive background in cybersecurity and information technology positions him as a knowledgeable leader in the field.
Educational Background
Arul Subramanian earned a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Pondicherry University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education at Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, obtaining a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Management Consulting from 2007 to 2012. This educational foundation supports his expertise in information security and management.
Career Progression
Arul Subramanian has held various roles throughout his career, primarily in the Greater Boston Area and San Francisco Bay Area. He began his career as a Project Manager at John Hancock Financial Services, where he worked in various capacities from 2007 to 2013. He also served as an IT Project Manager at Manulife Financial and as an IT Merger Program Manager at Albertsons. His diverse experience across multiple organizations has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of information security and project management.