Ashfaq Syed
About Ashfaq Syed
Ashfaq Syed is an Assistant Manager in Digital Technology and Cyber Security at KPMG India, with a background in risk consulting and information security. He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology and has extensive experience in security frameworks, IT audits, and conducting security assessments across various sectors.
Work at KPMG India
Ashfaq Syed currently holds the position of Assistant Manager in Digital Technology with a focus on Cyber Security at KPMG India. His tenure at KPMG has included roles as an Associate and Consultant in Risk Consulting, specifically within Cyber Security. He worked as an Associate from 2019 to 2020 for eight months and then as a Consultant from 2020 to 2021 for one year. His current role began in 2021 and continues to involve significant responsibilities in the field of digital security.
Education and Expertise
Ashfaq Syed holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Information Technology from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada. He furthered his education at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2022 to 2023. His expertise encompasses a wide range of security frameworks and standards, including ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, SOC1, SOC2, SOX, NIST, HIPAA, and HITRUST.
Background in Cyber Security
Ashfaq Syed has a solid background in Cyber Security, having worked in various roles that emphasize information security. Prior to his current position, he served as an Information Security Analyst at Ooi Solutions from 2017 to 2019. He also worked at Singhvi, Dev & Unni, Chartered Accountants as an Associate in Information Security Risk & Assurance for five months in 2019. His experience spans multiple sectors, including IT, Government, Healthcare, Financial Services, and Banking.
Professional Experience in Information Security
Throughout his career, Ashfaq Syed has gained extensive experience in conducting security assessments and audits. His work has contributed to enhancing digital trust within organizations. He possesses strong expertise in cloud security reviews and third-party assurance assessments, which are critical components in the field of Cyber Security.