Partner Profiles
Sundareshwar Krishnamurthy
Leads PwC India’s cybersecurity practice, offering strategic guidance to a team of experts dedicated to helping clients effectively manage cyber risks from strategy to execution through managed services.
Sundareshwar Krishnamurthy
With over 20 years of experience, he specialises in advancing cybersecurity agendas for clients spanning across diverse sectors.
Sundar was instrumental in establishing and expanding PwC's Cyber practice in the Middle East, showcasing a steadfast commitment to bolstering cybersecurity capabilities across regions.
Anirban Sengupta
Hardware security, IP protection, high-level synthesis, biometric and cryptographic embedding, anti-piracy, secure hardware design, digital rights management.
Anirban Sengupta
Anirban is an expert in hardware security, intellectual property (IP) protection, and high-level synthesis, with a strong research focus on combating IP piracy and ensuring digital rights management for integrated circuits.
Anirban has contributed extensively to advancing security methodologies for hardware designs, embedding biometric and cryptographic protections to safeguard consumer electronics systems. Anirban’s work empowers hardware designers and organizations by providing robust, low-overhead solutions for IP core protection and security risk mitigation in the electronics domain, enabling trusted innovation and defense against emerging cyber threats in hardware
Achal Gangwani
Cyber managed services, threat detection and response, threat intelligence, security automation, threat hunting, incident response, vulnerability management – infrastructure and application, SOC consulting – design, build, operate and transition, pharmaceutical and retail cybersecurity
Achal Gangwani
Achal leads the go-to-market for cyber managed services and cyber-as-a-service (CaaS) at PwC India. Currently, his focus is on crafting strategic approaches for cyber managed services across diverse clusters and sectors, aimed at building a strong pipeline of opportunities.
Amanjit Makesh
Energy and infrastructure cybersecurity, connected factories security, securing operational technology
Amanjit Makesh
Specialising in energy and infrastructure, connected factories security, and securing operational technology, Amanjit is a cybersecurity expert who collaborates with clients to implement advanced security solutions that protect critical infrastructure and operational systems from cyber threats.
By developing tailored strategies, Amanjit ensures compliance with industry standards and enhances the resilience of digital and physical assets, empowering organisations to navigate the complexities of the modern cyber landscape with confidence.
Amarnath Bysani
Technology, Media, and Telecommunication (TMT) Cyber, cloud security, cyber technology implementation
Amarnath Bysani
Amarnath specialises in TMT cyber, cloud security, and cyber technology implementation, offering cybersecurity expertise across the TMT sectors.
He provides strategic guidance to organisations, helping them enhance their cloud security frameworks and implement advanced cyber technologies. By developing tailored security strategies, Amarnath assists clients in strengthening their defences and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His expertise empowers organisations to effectively address evolving cyber threats and protect their critical assets in the digital landscape.
Amol Bhat
Financial services cyber, cyber regulations and compliance, board engagement and awareness
Amol Bhat
Amol is a cybersecurity authority in the financial services sector, focusing on regulatory compliance and governance. He enhances board engagement, ensuring that leadership teams understand cybersecurity risks and strategies.
Amol helps organisations strengthen their defences and meet regulatory standards. His commitment to board-level awareness empowers decision-makers to proactively tackle evolving cyber threats, securing assets and reputation in the digital age.
Aniruddha Kadkol
Automotive cybersecurity, manufacturing cybersecurity
Aniruddha Kadkol
Aniruddha works closely across automotive lifecycle teams to simplify cybersecurity integration into their work streams. Visualising risks in complex areas is one of the key areas he works on through PwC’s Cyber Experience centre.
Ankit Virmani
Technology, media and telecommunication cyber, cyber portfolio rationalisation and benchmarking, cyber-managed services, cyber risk and regulatory, data privacy and protection
Ankit Virmani
Ankit has expertise in cybersecurity and data protection to empower clients in the Technology, Media and Telecommunication and services sectors, with a focus on helping clients navigate the complexities of the digital landscape through large-scale cybersecurity transformation programmes. Specialising in cyber strategy and governance, cyber third-party risk management, and cyber managed services, he ensures robust protection and resilience by adhering to industry frameworks and best practices.
With extensive experience managing large teams internally and for clients, he orchestrates the delivery of comprehensive mandates that assist CXOs in maturing their cybersecurity portfolios.
Avinash Iyer
Global Capability Centres, cyber in Mergers and Acquisitions, cyber risk quantification, cyber Project Management Office cyber risk and regulatory, Technology, Media, and Telecommunication cyber
Avinash Iyer
Avinash is renowned for his expertise in IT risk management and data privacy, partnering with top cyber and risk experts in Global Capability Centres. He delivers cutting-edge application risk assessments and ensures superior risk and regulatory compliance. He’s committed to enhancing resilience and fortifying cybersecurity strategies.
Chetan Samadhiya
Program risk management, strategic account expansion, GCC relationship management, go-to-market initiatives, advisory services
Chetan Samadhiya
Chetan focuses on program risk management across strategic accounts and serves for multiple Global Capability Centers (GCCs), driving go-to-market initiatives across GCCs and the broader corridor market. With over 15 years of consulting experience, Chetan brings cross-sector expertise in delivering impactful advisory services.
Chirag Shah
Identity and access management (IDAM), identity as a service
Chirag Shah
With 20 years of experience in cybersecurity across diverse industries, Chirag serves as a trusted advisor to senior executives and board members, advising on optimal risk management strategies and evolving cyber landscape. His expertise encompasses IDAM, security maturity assessments, technology risk management, third-party vendor risk management, business continuity management, ISO 27001 implementation and large program management.
He has successfully led large in-house and vendor teams across the APAC, NA and EMEA regions, establishing new practices in IDAM, application development and managed services for major captive centres.
Heena Vazirani
Heena Vazirani
Heena is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with extensive experience in brand strategy, digital marketing, and integrated communications. She specialises in developing innovative campaigns that drive brand growth and customer engagement across diverse industries.
Heena’s expertise lies in leveraging data-driven insights and creative storytelling to craft compelling brand narratives, enhancing market presence and delivering measurable business impact. She is passionate about building strong brand identities that resonate with target audiences in fast-evolving markets.
Koshy Thomas
Koshy Thomas
Koshy has over 15 years of experience in risk consulting, process reviews, internal audit, and credit risk assessments. He has worked with banks, NBFCs, fintech, payments, and global capability centers, supporting regulatory compliance and governance frameworks.
With a background in engineering and banking, Koshy brings a strong blend of technical and financial expertise, having transitioned from banking roles to consulting. He is also a CFA Level 3 candidate.
Manu Dwivedi
Global Capability Centres(GCCs), cyber risk Project Management Office, cyber transformation
Manu Dwivedi
As the Business Segments and Global Capability Centre Leader, Manu excels in driving strategic cyber initiatives across Global Capability Centres, cyber risk Project Management Office and cyber transformation. His expertise empowers organisations to navigate complex digital landscapes, delivering tailored solutions that enhance security and resilience. Manu’s leadership ensures that clients achieve their business objectives with robust cybersecurity frameworks, fostering innovation and excellence across diverse industries.
Nebha Maheshwari
Nebha Maheshwari
Neha has expertise in financial and healthcare products. She manages acquisitions, profitability, and fraud for North America's business payments at Amazon, driving growth and innovation in credit cards and buy-now-pay-later offerings.
She has led the launch and scaling of key payment products, enhanced customer engagement through strategic feature development, and optimised risk management processes to improve product performance and user experience.
Prashant Mehendru
Managed security services, cyber architecture, cyber technology implementation, security testing
Prashant Mehendru
With a specialisation in managed security services, cyber architecture, cyber technology implementation and security testing, Prashant excels in providing cybersecurity expertise across diverse industries.
He offers strategic guidance to organisations, helping them build robust security infrastructures and streamline technology deployments. By focusing on tailored security solutions, Prashant assists clients in fortifying their defences and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His expertise empowers organisations to confidently tackle evolving cyber threats and safeguard their critical assets in the digital era.
Praveen Sasidharan
Emerging technologies - connected factories, connected products, AI, nextgen computing, visual technologies, nextgen connectivity, crypto and digital assets, and supply chain integrity
Praveen Sasidharan
Praveen has extensive experience within the manufacturing and automotive industries, engaging with clients in both Global Capability Centres(GCC) and the domestic market.
He has provided strategic guidance to senior executives at many global leading enterprises – assisting them with small, strategic engagements as well as large-scale delivery projects. His contributions have enabled these organisations to deliver value, stay compliant, avoid cyber risk and spearhead innovation.
Preetam Hazarika
Global Capability Centres, financial services cyber, application risk assessments
Preetam Hazarika
Preetam’s expertise covers cybersecurity strategy, attack and penetration, cloud security, DevSecOps, infrastructure protection, and third-party risk management. He adeptly navigates complex challenges, crafting comprehensive solutions that protect organisations from evolving cyber threats.
Preethi Yeshwanth
Cybersecurity innovation, DevSecOps, Generative AI solutions, cyber operations automation, inclusive tech leadership
Preethi Yeshwanth
Preethi makes significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity through her innovation and leadership, opening new avenues for penetrating niche tech-enabled services. She actively drives cybersecurity innovation by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and frequently leads workshops to promote knowledge sharing. Her inclusive approach spans diverse projects across clusters, where she builds solutions such as DevSecOps frameworks, Generative AI-driven tools, automation in cyber operations, and more propelling a transformational shift in cybersecurity automation across the competency.
Rahul Aggarwal
Government and public sector cyber, citizen identity programmes, cyber skill building, regulatory affairs in cyber
Rahul Aggarwal
Rahul spearheads the government sectors for PwC India’s Risk Consulting division, where he plays a pivotal role on the leadership team. He is instrumental in driving the people agenda for a dynamic team of over 4,000 professionals in Risk Consulting.
Rahul has been at the forefront of advising clients on their cybersecurity strategies across the public, manufacturing and telecommunication sectors, helping them navigate complex challenges and enhance their digital resilience.
Raj Singh
Raj Singh
Raj specialises in managing large databases, creating dynamic dashboards, automating reports, and developing customised MIS summaries for corporate clients. Raj excels in delivering practical training that enhances productivity using Microsoft Office tools and integrating AI technologies like ChatGPT and Copilot.
He has trained over 500,000 professionals across India, from junior staff to senior management, and collaborates with top institutes like IIT Bombay and IIT Gandhinagar. Raj is recognized for his ability to simplify complex technical concepts, making learning engaging and effective in areas such as Excel functions, financial modeling, and data visualisation.
Rajesh Huddar
Cyber managed services including managed SOC services, pharmaceutical and retail cybersecurity, cyber due diligence, third-party risk management
Rajesh Huddar
Rajesh is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity services to the pharmaceutical, healthcare, retail and consumer sectors, managing long-term engagements across diverse industries. His integrated approach includes managed cyber services, such as SOC operations, security solutions such DLP, XDR, and PIM/PAM, ensuring holistic security monitoring and management services.
His expertise also covers areas such as cyber strategy and governance, third-party risk management, vulnerability management, cyber due diligence, data governance and privacy. His exceptional ability to engage with clients allows him and his team to craft tailored solutions that precisely address their specific requirements.
Ravi Prakash Ananthapadmanabha
Technology, Media, and Telecommunication cyber, cyber technology implementation
Ravi Prakash Ananthapadmanabha
Renowned for his innovative strategies in cybersecurity, Ravi specializes in TMT Cyber and Cyber Technology Implementation within the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications sectors. He delivers strategic solutions by collaborating with clients to implement advanced technologies and refine security frameworks, ensuring robust defenses against cyber threats. Through customized strategies, Ravi helps organizations achieve industry compliance and protect critical assets, empowering them to confidently navigate the digital landscape.
Raviraja Rao
Global Capability Centres, cyber transformation, industrial manufacturing
Raviraja Rao
Ravi is renowned for crafting strategic, business-driven security solutions across identity and access management, data security, IT governance, risk and compliance (GRC), OT/IoT security, and cyber defence. He excels at seamlessly integrating cybersecurity into the digital transformation journeys of Global Capability Centres within the manufacturing and technology sectors. He leads transformative security programmes with a focus on innovation and simplification that enhance resilience, foster trust and accelerate business outcomes.
S Dinesh
S Dinesh
Dinesh has strong expertise in data management, digital platforms, and analytics, with proven experience leading digital and data transformation programs. He is skilled in Agile, Lean, and Waterfall methodologies and has certifications including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Generative AI and Certified ScrumMaster. Dinesh effectively communicates and negotiates with senior management, driving analytics and cloud initiatives for business improvement.
His background blends technical and cross-functional domain knowledge, enabling him to lead complex digital projects and deliver impactful data solutions.
Sameer Kumar
Sameer Kumar
Sameer is an experienced consulting professional specialising in risk advisory and information security, with over a decade of expertise. He focuses on helping organisations manage risks, strengthen governance frameworks, and improve compliance. His background includes leading risk advisory services, managing information security initiatives, and providing consulting support to diverse industries.
He excels in designing credit scorecards, optimising banking operations, and driving growth through tailored financial products. His experience spans multiple emerging markets, where he has supported greenfield market entry and comprehensive risk and operations transformations
Sangram Gayal
Cyber incident response, cyber managed services, large programme management, board engagement and awareness
Sangram Gayal
Sangram is a dedicated cyber partner focusing on financial services and manufacturing clients. Spearheading strategic transformation projects and established global operations centres, his extensive experience includes collaborating with Fortune 500 companies, Global Capability Centres and Indian conglomerates on technology, security, and matters of risk and regulation.
His core competencies include building and scaling businesses, operational leadership and excellence, technology and cyber strategy, IT governance, as well as government and regulatory engagement.
Shah Amber
Cyber in FinTech, data security
Shah Amber
With focus on the financial services sector, Amber specialises in developing and implementing comprehensive cyber strategies and governance frameworks. With a passion for data protection philosophies and expertise in GRC automation, he is committed to enhancing security postures for organisations.
Shashikant Pathak
Cyber in manufacturing, deals (mergers and acquisitions), cyber third-party risk management, cyber portfolio rationalisation and benchmarking
Shashikant Pathak
He empowers CXOs by providing strategic insights in cyber third-party risk management, manufacturing, cyber due-diligence, and cyber portfolio rationalisation and benchmarking. With a focus on enhancing cybersecurity frameworks, he collaborates with executives to strengthen defences and drive business resilience.
By aligning cybersecurity strategies with organisational goals, he ensures robust protection against evolving threats, facilitating sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Shatrughna Samaddar
Shatrughna Samaddar
Shatrughna Samaddar is a technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) risk advisory partner at PwC India, specialising in business and technology risk consulting. He focuses on helping organisations navigate complex risk landscapes with strategic advisory and advanced analytics.
Shatrughna’s expertise supports businesses in managing digital transformation risks, regulatory compliance, and technology-driven opportunities, enabling them to achieve resilient and sustainable growth in dynamic markets
Siddharth Vishwanath
Cyber transformation, financial services cyber, cyber due diligence, private equity
Siddharth Vishwanath
With a specialisation in cyber transformation and due diligence, Siddharth excels in providing cybersecurity expertise to the financial services sector and private equity. He provides strategic guidance to organisations, helping them navigate complex cybersecurity landscapes and enhance their digital resilience.
Sneha Gandhi
BRC CSV and QMS Services
Sneha Gandhi
Sneha Gandhi specialises in IT GxP compliance within the health sciences sector. She has a strong background in advisory services focused on regulatory compliance, risk management, and ensuring quality standards in technology-enabled processes.
Her expertise supports organisations in navigating complex compliance landscapes and mitigating risks through effective internal audits and advisory, enabling resilient operations in highly regulated health and pharmaceutical industries.
Sricharan Saripalli
Designing enterprise security architecture, rationalising cyber investments and identifying cost efficiencies, automating repetitive tasks in cyber operations
Sricharan Saripalli
Sricharan is a distinguished cybersecurity architect with a focus on cyber engineering and architecture and cloud security. He leverages his deep technical expertise to design robust security frameworks that safeguard digital assets against sophisticated threats. By crafting customised strategies, he ensures compliance with industry standards and fortifies cloud infrastructures, enabling organisations to be resilient and adapt to the evolving cyber landscape.
Suresh Ramamurthy
Financial services cyber, identity and access management
Suresh Ramamurthy
Skilled in converting SaaS-based security software to Global System Integrator (SI) and developing managed services offerings, he also excels in business planning, program management, solutions development, security software sales, enterprise architecture and consulting.
Sunil Verma
BRC Risk and Regulatory Solutions and Services
Sunil Verma
Sunil Verma specialises in business risk consulting, governance, risk, and compliance. He is an experienced leader in emerging technologies, digital transformation, data analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, and regulatory solutions.
With over 27 years in the industry, Sunil advises enterprises, startups, CXOs, and regulators, focusing on leveraging data and technology to solve complex business challenges and drive growth in risk and compliance management.
Terence Gomes
Cyber product implementation - Microsoft, Google and Palo Alto, telecommunication cyber
Terence Gomes
Terence is renowned for his expertise in cyber product implementation, specialising in solutions from Microsoft, Google and Palo Alto within the telecommunication sector. He collaborates with clients to deploy cutting-edge technologies and enhance security measures, ensuring robust defences against cyber threats. Through tailored strategies, he assists organisations in achieving compliance with industry standards and safeguarding critical assets, empowering them to navigate the complexities of the digital landscape confidently.
Unnikrishnan P
Global Capability Centres, financial services cyber, cyber risks and regulations
Unnikrishnan P
Unnikrishnan is a distinguished cybersecurity specialist with deep expertise in Global Capability Centres and financial services cyber. He excels in navigating complex cyber risks and regulatory landscapes, providing strategic guidance to enhance organisational resilience and compliance.
Venkat Iyer
AI in cyber and cyber for AI
Venkat Iyer
Venkat focuses on Global Capability Centres – covering technology, cloud, compliance, cybersecurity, AI and digital risk.
Venkat’s global experience includes leading diverse teams across the US, Australia, and the UK, and overseeing projects in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa.
His background spans consulting, product development and implementations, with sectoral insights in captives, financial services, healthcare, technology, oil and gas, and retail.
As a founder of multiple tech startups, Venkat embodies entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. His leadership is defined by strategic risk management and a commitment to advancing digital resilience globally.
Venkat Nippani
Global Capability Centres, pharmaceutical and healthcare, regulatory interventions in cyber
Venkat Nippani
Venkat is a cybersecurity expert known for his strategic approach in addressing challenges unique to Global Capability Centres and the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
By developing bespoke cybersecurity strategies, Venkat helps clients safeguard their critical assets while driving their business objectives forward. His commitment to innovation ensures that organisations stay ahead of evolving threats in the digital landscape, maintaining a proactive stance in their cybersecurity measures.
Vikas Gupta
BRC ERP Controls and GRC Services,
Vikas Gupta
Vikas Gupta has expertise in ERP controls and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) services. He has extensive experience in managing business and technology risks to help organisations improve operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
Vikas supports enterprises by implementing robust risk management frameworks and control processes, ensuring reliable governance and compliance in complex business environments
Vikram Jeet Singh
Securing your data, data privacy and protection, information lifecycle management, Global Capability Centres, cyber risks and regulations, data trust
Vikram Jeet Singh
Vikram is a trusted advisor in the data trust domain, dedicated to ensuring secure and transparent data usage throughout its lifecycle. His expertise includes governance, discovery, classification, protection, privacy principles alignment and implementing comprehensive enterprise controls.
He collaborates with leading original equipment manufacturers to deliver innovative, tech-driven solutions that are both sustainable and expertly managed.
Vinda Wagh
Vinda Wagh
Vinda is a seasoned finance professional with over 20 years of expertise in credit, lending, regulatory compliance, and project finance. She has a strong background in infrastructure and corporate finance, with deep knowledge of RBI, NHB, SEBI, and Dubai Financial Services Authority regulations. Vinda combines business and credit skills with regulatory insight, excelling in policy formulation, credit appraisals, NPA management, and recovery.
She has held senior leadership roles, including leading infrastructure project finance in L&T Financial Services and heading regulatory compliance for the group. Vinda is known for her strategic planning, relationship management, and mentoring abilities, driving organisational growth while ensuring regulatory adherence.
Vivek Rawell
Financial services, cyber regulations and compliance, cyber maturity assessments and benchmarking, secure architecture, and process re-engineering
Vivek Rawell
Vivek brings extensive expertise in financial services. His specialisation includes regulatory compliance, cyber security governance, metrics development, IT outsourcing, and network and security architecture for data centres and cloud, cyber maturity assessments, process re-engineering, third-party risk management, and solution optimisation.
With vast cross-sector experience, he guides clients in solving complex technical challenges while crafting innovative strategies to mitigate cyber risks.
Vivek Venugopal
Connected devices (IoT) security, vehicle and automotive cybersecurity, vehicle security operation centre (SOC), secure identity for IoT Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), connected factory
Vivek Venugopal
Vivek excels in crafting innovative cybersecurity solutions tailored to diverse sectors, particularly in automotive and industrial domains. He collaborates with teams comprising consultants and analysts to ensure robust protection and implement cutting-edge security measures.
His expertise includes critical systems protection, connected vehicle security, cyber strategy development, security tool engineering and deployment design, security analytics, and cybersecurity centre implementation.
