Prashant Kate, Ceh, Ecsa, Lpt, Chfi, Itil.
About Prashant Kate, Ceh, Ecsa, Lpt, Chfi, Itil.
Prashant Kate is the Chief Information Security Officer at Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd, with over 16 years of experience in technology and security. He holds multiple certifications, including CEH, ECSA, LPT, CHFI, and ITIL, and has worked in various roles across different companies, focusing on IT security management and improvement programs.
Work at Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd
Prashant Kate serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at Hathway Cable & Datacom Ltd since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's information security strategy and ensuring the protection of its data assets. His position is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and he operates on-site. His tenure at Hathway marks a significant step in his career, where he applies his extensive experience in IT security.
Previous Experience in IT Security
Before joining Hathway, Prashant Kate held various positions in IT security. He worked at Mphasis, an HP company, as an IT Security Manager for two different accounts from 2010 to 2014. His roles included managing security for Shell and A.P. Moller Maersk. He also served as Senior IT Security Manager for the Baku 2015 European Games Operation Committee. His experience spans multiple countries, including Malaysia and Azerbaijan.
Education and Certifications
Prashant Kate has a solid educational background in technology and management. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Bundelkhand University between 2009 and 2012. Additionally, he studied Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management at the Welingkar Institute of Management, where he achieved a diploma in 2006. He holds several professional certifications, including CEH, ECSA, LPT, CHFI, and ITIL v3 Foundation.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Prashant Kate possesses a strong technical foundation in information security. His expertise includes proficiency in SIEM solutions, particularly Splunk. He has implemented improvement programs in various areas, such as access management, vulnerability management, risk management, penetration testing, and security policies. His skills are supported by over 16 years of experience in technology and security across diverse roles.
Involvement in IT Security Projects
Throughout his career, Prashant Kate has been involved in numerous IT security projects for various organizations. Notable companies he has worked with include CEDS, Black and Veatch, Affinia, Verigy, and Allegheny. His contributions to these projects have helped enhance their security frameworks and overall risk management strategies.