Pranshul Maheshwari
About Pranshul Maheshwari
Pranshul Maheshwari is an Application Security Architect (R&D) at Sopra Banking Software, where he leads security initiatives for banking applications. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having previously held roles at Technip Energies, UKG, and NTT DATA Services.
Current Role at Sopra Banking Software
Pranshul Maheshwari serves as an Application Security Architect (R&D) at Sopra Banking Software since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for defining security requirements and ensuring their integration into the project's design and development phases. He also organizes and oversees security testing activities, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and code reviews. Additionally, he provides security awareness training and guidance to employees, promoting a culture of security within the organization.
Previous Experience in Cyber Security
Prior to his current role, Pranshul worked as a Principal Consultant - Cyber Security Architect at Technip Energies from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Sr. Cyber Risk Analyst at UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes five years at NTT DATA Services as a Security Center Operations Analyst, where he developed skills in security operations and risk management.
Early Career in IT and Cyber Security
Pranshul began his career as a Business Development Manager at FCS Software Solutions Ltd from 2013 to 2014. He transitioned to technical roles, starting as an SAP Basis Consultant at Fluxkon Technologies for two months in 2014. His diverse background includes various roles that have contributed to his expertise in cyber security and application security.
Educational Background
Pranshul Maheshwari holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer and Information Sciences from Visvesvaraya Technological University, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Post Graduation Diploma in Cyber Security from Amity University Noida, completing the program from 2020 to 2021. This educational foundation supports his professional roles in application security and cyber risk management.
Contributions to Security Practices
At Sopra Banking Software, Pranshul contributes as a Project Security Leader for multiple projects, focusing on developing and implementing a comprehensive security strategy. He reviews and provides guidance on the selection and implementation of security technologies and tools, including Checkmarx, OWASP Dependency Check, SonarQube, SBOM, and DAST. His efforts are aimed at ensuring secure and feature-rich banking applications.