Dr. Lalit Gupta is an accomplished Information Security Leader with over 20 years of experience. His expertise spans multiple sectors, including Government, FinTech, BFSI, IT/ITES, SaaS, Pharmaceuticals, Automotive, Aviation, Manufacturing, Energy, and Telecom. Known for his strong technical acumen and exceptional communication skills, Dr. Gupta has successfully led complex initiatives and driven innovation in various domains such as Information Security, Cyber Security, Audit, Risk Management, Cloud Security, and Privacy Protection.

Career Highlights:

• Global Head of IT GRC & Cyber Security at Al Gihaz Group (Saudi Arabia, June 2023 – present): Dr. Gupta has implemented strategic security governance, led risk management initiatives, transformed security operations, and developed comprehensive security awareness programs.
• Founder and CEO of Skillusions, Gurgaon, India & Founding Director of CyResMan, Dubai, Bahrain (Aug 2012 – May 2023): He established global cybersecurity enterprises, impacting numerous companies across the Middle East, Africa, and India.
• Various Leadership Roles in Major Organizations: Dr. Gupta has held pivotal roles at Tata Technologies Limited, Technivorus Technology, GUS Global, Inspira Enterprises, LA Esfera, and Dunia Finance LLC.

Academic Credentials:

• PhD in Information Security from Nixon University, USA (2013)
• MBA in e-Business from CSM IGS, Canada (2004)
• BA from Kakatiya University, India (1995)
• Honorary Doctorate in Cyber Security from Christian Central University, USA (2023)

Awards:

• Received the prestigious “Pilers of India” Award in 2024.

Publications:

• Authored three books on cybersecurity, with two under publication.

Professional Accreditations:

• CISSP, Lead Auditor (ISMS, BCMS, SMS), Lead Implementer (ISO 27001:2022), GRCP, MBCI, CDPO, CPISI, C-CISO, CRISC, CISA, ITIL v3, CISM, BCCE, DRP 5000, CBCI, CHFI, CCIO, CCC.
• Vendor Certifications: CNA, CNE, DISM, MCP, SCP, CCNA, among others.

Key Skills:

• Information Security Strategy and Governance
• Risk Management and Compliance
• Cyber Security Innovation and Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Mentorship and Training

Dr. Lalit Gupta is a strategic visionary, recognized for his ability to align information security initiatives with business objectives, foster a culture of security awareness, and mentor high-profile teams. His contributions have significantly strengthened the security posture of various organizations globally.