Swapnil Aglawe
About Swapnil Aglawe
Swapnil Aglawe is a Manager at KPMG Australia with a strong background in Cyber Security, holding a Master's degree in Information Technology and a Postgraduate diploma in Intellectual Property and Cyber Laws. He has extensive experience in various industries, providing trusted advisory services and developing security frameworks.
Work at KPMG Australia
Swapnil Aglawe has been serving as a Manager at KPMG Australia since 2021. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, he has been involved in various projects that focus on enhancing cybersecurity measures for clients. His role includes providing strategic guidance on cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance, ensuring that organizations meet industry standards and regulations. He leverages his extensive experience to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by different sectors.
Education and Expertise
Swapnil Aglawe holds a Master's degree in Information Technology (Advanced) from Queensland University of Technology, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He also earned a Postgraduate diploma in Intellectual Property and Cyber Laws from the Asian School of Cyber Laws between 2011 and 2012. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering at the University of Pune from 2006 to 2010. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both technical and legal aspects of cybersecurity.
Background in Cybersecurity Consulting
Before joining KPMG, Swapnil Aglawe worked as a Senior Security Consultant at Privasec from 2019 to 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. Prior to that, he served as a Security Consultant at Secure Logic from 2015 to 2019 in Sydney. In these roles, he acted as a trusted advisor for middle management and senior leadership across various industries, including FinTech, education, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure. His experience in these positions has contributed to his expertise in developing information security frameworks and enhancing vendor risk management.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Swapnil Aglawe has established a PCI-DSS compliant Cardholder Data Environment (CDE) and developed incident response capabilities during his career. He has also conducted PCI-DSS Assessments, SOC 2 Audits, and IRAP Assessments, collaborating with IRAP Assessors. His work includes developing bespoke Information Security management frameworks and improving processes for effective vendor risk assessments. He is known for delivering tailored Information Security Awareness training to stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity in organizational success.
Focus on Continuous Improvement
Swapnil Aglawe advocates for continual improvement in cybersecurity practices. He engages in activities aimed at uplifting cybersecurity maturity for clients and has a strong focus on customer success. His passion for application and product security drives him to hone his skills in this area. He actively incorporates secure software development practices and optimizes service delivery processes, ensuring that organizations can effectively manage their cybersecurity risks.