Pranav Vattaparambil
About Pranav Vattaparambil
Pranav Vattaparambil is the Chief Information Security Officer at SoSafe in Berlin, Germany, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in cybersecurity, having held various roles in organizations across India, the Middle East, and Germany.
Current Role at SoSafe
Pranav Vattaparambil serves as the Chief Information Security Officer at SoSafe, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Berlin, Germany, he focuses on integrating security as a core business function within the organization. His role involves advising various organizations on enhancing their security frameworks and ensuring that security measures align with business objectives.
Professional Background
Prior to joining SoSafe, Pranav held several key positions in the cybersecurity field. He worked as Vice President of Cyber Security at Solaris from 2021 to 2023. His experience also includes roles at Cobalt as a Staff Security Engineer, Wayfair as a Senior Security Engineer, and VMware as a Senior Information Security Analyst. His career spans over a decade, with significant contributions to cybersecurity in both Europe and the Middle East.
Education and Expertise
Pranav Vattaparambil earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Annamalai University. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in cybersecurity, where he has developed expertise in articulating the business value of security to leadership and stakeholders.
Teaching and Mentorship
In addition to his role at SoSafe, Pranav serves as a Guest Lecturer at IU International University of Applied Sciences since 2023. In this capacity, he shares his knowledge and experience in cybersecurity with students, contributing to the academic community and fostering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Pranav's previous roles include Senior Security Consultant at Pyramid Cyber Security and Forensic Private Limited, Security Analyst and Delivery Manager at EiQ Networks, and Assistant System Administrator at GEM- Gulf Energy Management. His diverse experience across various organizations has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity challenges and solutions.