Cybersecurity + AI Governance

Helping AI-first startups scale with trust built in.

With over 25 years in cybersecurity and AI governance, Dr. Lalit Gupta partners with visionary founders to embed security, compliance, privacy, responsible AI, and delivery discipline into fast-moving companies.

Senior Partner & Chief Delivery Officer, Mitigata
30+Years of experience
650+Projects completed
180+Clients served
Dr. Lalit Gupta, Cyber Doctor
Founder. CISO. Mentor.
Senior Partner & Chief Delivery Officer at Mitigata. Trusted by fintech, edtech, healthtech, and AI-first teams navigating due diligence and regulatory growth.

About The Cyber Doctor

A global information security leader for the age of AI.

Dr. Lalit Gupta is a cybersecurity and AI governance leader who has founded three cybersecurity ventures and advised organizations on security, privacy, GRC, and compliance across global markets.

Founder-Led Advisory

Practical guidance for AI startups preparing for investor scrutiny, enterprise sales, audits, and security due diligence.

Governance That Scales

Frameworks for GDPR, PDPL, ISO 27001, privacy protection, cloud security, IT GRC, and responsible AI governance.

Cybersecurity Depth

Nearly three decades across information security leadership, audit, risk management, business continuity, and cyber resilience.

Expertise

Unmatched Expertise

Dr. Gupta brings an exceptional blend of cybersecurity leadership, AI governance, venture-building, and strategic advisory experience.

  • AI-Driven Cybersecurity Automation Pioneer
  • Founder of Two Innovative Ventures: Skillusions and CyResMan
  • Creator of Automotive Cybersecurity COE
  • Global Information Security Leadership
  • Advisor for Defense Teams
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Professional Experience

A career across GRC, CISO leadership, delivery, and cybersecurity ventures.

From founder-led ventures to global cybersecurity leadership, Dr. Gupta brings boardroom-level strategy and hands-on delivery discipline.

Nov 2025 - Present | Bangalore, India

Senior Partner & Chief Delivery Officer

Mitigata.

June 2023 - Nov 2025 | Chennai, India

Group Head of IT GRC & Cybersecurity

Al Gihaz Holding, global role.

May 2013 - May 2023 | India, Dubai, Bahrain

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Skillusions + CyResMan.

May 2010 - May 2013 | Dubai, UAE

Head of Information Security

CISO role at Deem Finance LLC, formerly Dunia Finance.

Dec 2006 - Apr 2010 | Gurgaon, India

Practice Lead

Business Continuity, Security & Governance, Asia-Pacific BT Group.

Accomplishments

Awards and Accolades

Dr. Gupta's dedication to excellence and national cybersecurity contribution has earned respected industry recognition.

  • Pillars of India Award - For Excellence in Information Security
  • Bharat Gaurav Samman - For Outstanding Cybersecurity Services to the Nation
  • GOLD Award - For InfoSec Excellence
  • Honorary Doctorate in Cybersecurity - For Exceptional Contributions

Academic Background

Honorary Doctorate in Cyber Security, PhD in Information Security, MBA in e-Business, and BA.

Awards and accolades for Dr. Lalit Gupta

Best Seller

Cybersecurity Chronicles: Navigating the Digital World Safely

Dr. Gupta's work is available on Amazon for leaders who want practical insight from a cybersecurity and governance practitioner.

Cybersecurity Chronicles book by Dr. Lalit Gupta

Endorsements

Trusted by professionals across the cybersecurity and technology ecosystem.

Peers recognize Dr. Gupta for strategic insight, business acumen, security leadership, and dedication to robust security frameworks.

"Lalit has been quite enthusiastic and proactive in the work done together. He has shown strong business acumen to deliver the desired results."

Abhishek Rustagi
Abhishek RustagiGlobal Account Director

"Lalit has a wealth of experience and brings a unique enthusiasm and energy to the role."

Simon Haynes
Simon HaynesConsultant

"Lalit's applied network strategy worked well in LG Soft."

Ravindran A Samy
Ravindran A SamySpecialist in QA

Latest Thinking

Cybersecurity, GRC, privacy, and AI trust insights.

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