Velu is a distinguished GRC and cybersecurity expert with over 22 years of experience in strategizing and executing advanced measures to secure organizations against cyber threats. Renowned for orchestrating vital security overhauls for high-profile landmarks in real estate, hospitality, and retail—including the world’s largest shopping mall and tallest skyscraper—Velu expertly aligns robust security frameworks with dynamic business needs. His deep expertise in risk management is pivotal in identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential security risks, thereby safeguarding the integrity and resilience of business operations.
Velu’s proficiency in adaptive security architecture allows him to develop flexible and robust systems tailored to counter evolving cyber threats. His skill set includes deploying state-of-the-art threat detection and response mechanisms, including SOC operations, to promptly neutralize security breaches. His rigorous commitment to compliance is underscored by his extensive knowledge of international standards such as ISO, GDPR, PCI DSS, NIST, and UAE DPL, ensuring adherence to global best practices and regulations.
A leader in the cybersecurity field, Velu excels in building, mentoring, and leading high-performing cybersecurity teams, fostering a culture of security awareness and collective defense within organizations. His leadership is complemented by his strategic influence and the integration of security as a core organizational value.
Velu holds Electrical and Electronics Engineering degree from the University of Madrasand an Advanced Diploma in Software Technologies and Systems Management from NIIT.Velu’s commitment to staying at the forefront of cybersecurity trends is demonstrated by his pursuit of ongoing education, holding elite certifications like CISM, CISSP, CSSLP, CDPSE,CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) and Lead auditor for ISMS – ISO 27001 and a Professional Cybersecurity Certification from MIT. He continuously explores emerging technologies, such as multi-cloud security governance and novel threat detection methods, to enhance organizational security postures.
His award-winning achievements, including the 2023 Tahawultech CISO 50 Award, the 2022 Global CISO Forum Award, and the 2021 CISO Leadership Award, highlight his significant contributions and influence in the cybersecurity domain. Driven by a passion for defending organizations from digital threats, Velu is dedicated to elevating the cybersecurity landscape of any enterprise, navigating the complexities of the modern cyber environment with strategic insight, technical expertise, and steadfast compliance.