Piyush Saharoy, Cissp®
About Piyush Saharoy, Cissp®
Piyush Saharoy is an Assistant Manager at KPMG India, specializing in Digital Trust and risk management in IT and OT security. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations, and holds several relevant certifications.
Current Role at KPMG India
Piyush Saharoy currently serves as an Assistant Manager in the ISTRA - Digital Trust division at KPMG India. He has been in this role since 2022, working from Bengaluru, Karnataka. In this position, he specializes in assessing, designing, and implementing security solutions that are tailored to meet the specific needs of organizations. His focus on digital trust reflects a commitment to enhancing cybersecurity measures within the industry.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to his current role, Piyush worked at Aujas Cybersecurity as a Consultant in Risk and Advisory Services from 2018 to 2021. His experience includes a nine-month tenure at KPMG India as a Consultant in the same ISTRA - Digital Trust division. He also held positions at Persistent Systems, where he progressed from Systems Engineer to Senior Systems Engineer between 2015 and 2018, and worked as a Network Operations Center Engineer at both Persistent Systems and GTL Limited.
Educational Background
Piyush Saharoy earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics Engineering from G.H. Raisoni Institute of Engineering & Management, Jalgaon. His studies spanned from 2008 to 2013, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles that support his work in cybersecurity and risk management.
Certifications and Specializations
Piyush holds several professional certifications that enhance his expertise in cybersecurity and risk management. These include CISSP, ISO27001, ISO31000, CEH, and ITIL. His certifications reflect a deep understanding of risk management in both IT and OT security contexts, as well as proficiency in SOX and ITGC audit processes.
Industry Knowledge and Trends
Piyush keeps abreast of the latest trends and emerging threats in the cybersecurity industry. His commitment to continuous learning ensures that he remains knowledgeable about current challenges and solutions in the field, allowing him to effectively address the evolving needs of organizations.