Naveen Krishnan, Crisc, Itil
About Naveen Krishnan, Crisc, Itil
Naveen Krishnan is an IT Audit and Compliance Manager with extensive experience in IT risk assessments and compliance management. He has held positions at notable companies including Dell, Ernst & Young, and Whitley Penn, and currently works at Transamerica.
Work at Transamerica
Naveen Krishnan has been serving as the IT Audit and Compliance Manager at Transamerica since 2017. In this role, he focuses on ensuring compliance with IT audit standards and managing various compliance-related projects. He has played a significant role in conducting assessments, including the Payment Card Information (PCI) readiness assessment, where he evaluated a client's payment workflow and developed a comprehensive approach for compliance. His leadership involves managing large teams and ensuring that project objectives are clearly understood and achieved.
Previous Experience at Dell
Before joining Transamerica, Naveen Krishnan worked at Dell as a Project/Compliance Manager from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure in Plano, TX, he was responsible for overseeing compliance projects and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. His experience at Dell contributed to his expertise in managing compliance initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.
Background in IT Auditing at Ernst & Young
Naveen Krishnan served as a Senior IT Auditor at Ernst & Young from 2007 to 2011 in Dallas, TX. In this capacity, he conducted SSAE16 SOC 1 examinations and engaged in Trust Service Principle SOC 2 and SOC 3 assessments. His work focused on understanding client controls and enhancing overall control assurance, which laid the foundation for his extensive knowledge in IT auditing and compliance.
Experience as Audit Manager at Whitley Penn
From 2011 to 2014, Naveen Krishnan worked as an Audit Manager at Whitley Penn in Dallas, TX. In this role, he managed audit projects and ensured compliance with industry standards. His responsibilities included conducting IT risk assessments to identify potential adverse conditions and assisting in the development of business risk management plans, further solidifying his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Naveen Krishnan holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems (MIS) from Louisiana State University, which he completed from 1997 to 2002. He also studied at Northwestern Oklahoma State University. His educational background, combined with his professional certifications in CRISC and ITIL, equips him with a strong foundation in IT governance, risk management, and compliance.