Sriram S.
About Sriram S.
Sriram S. serves as the Regional Information Security Officer for APAC at VISTRA, where he has been employed since 2021. He has a diverse background in information security and incident management, with previous roles at notable companies such as First Abu Dhabi Bank, Microsoft, and Standard Chartered Bank.
Work at Vistra
Sriram S. currently holds the position of Regional Information Security Officer for the APAC region at Vistra, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he plays a significant role in the development of policies, processes, tools, and templates aimed at delivering information security and achieving ISO27001 certification. He actively supports cyber-security training and awareness initiatives to enhance staff security awareness across the APAC region. Additionally, he is involved in coordinating requests for both internal and external IT audits and managing requests for proposals (RFPs). Sriram also provides security and risk consultancy on various IT and business projects, ensuring effective information security measures are integrated.
Previous Experience in Information Security
Before joining Vistra, Sriram S. worked at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) as an Information Security Specialist from 2019 to 2021 in Hong Kong. He has also held various roles at Microsoft, including Major Incident Manager and Service Engineer, contributing to incident management and IT service delivery. His experience in information security is further complemented by his tenure at Standard Chartered Bank as Associate Vice President, where he focused on security and risk management. This extensive background equips him with a deep understanding of the challenges and requirements in the field of information security.
Technical Expertise and Knowledge
Sriram S. possesses extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in several key areas, including ISO 20K Standards, Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI), Defect Prevention, Configuration Management, and Project Quality Assurance. His technical expertise allows him to effectively support the implementation of information security measures and contribute to the overall security posture of the organizations he has worked with. His familiarity with these standards and methodologies enhances his ability to manage complex security challenges and ensure compliance with industry best practices.
Career Background
Sriram S. has a diverse career spanning multiple roles in information technology and security. He began his career at HCL Americas, where he served as a Sr. Technical Support Officer and later as a Team Lead in Incident & Problem Management. His experience also includes positions at Direct TV by Misty as a Senior Consultant and at Expedia as an Operations Specialist. His early roles at Microsoft and HCL Americas laid the foundation for his expertise in incident management and IT service delivery, which he has built upon throughout his career.