karthik Babu

As a seasoned information security professional with over a decade of experience, I specialize in defending organizations against advanced and evolving cyber threats. My core expertise spans incident response, digital forensics, and  GRC  enabling enterprises to reduce risk, swiftly respond to breaches, and recover with precision.

I am deeply passionate about understanding adversary TTPs (tactics, techniques, and procedures) and leveraging cutting-edge tools, threat intelligence, and methodologies to safeguard critical infrastructure and sensitive data.

Results-driven cyber security leader with over 11 years of experience in information security, threat intelligence, and digital forensics. Proven ability to lead SOC operations, incident response, and risk governance initiatives to strengthen organizational security posture. Experienced in developing and implementing robust security frameworks, proven expertise in government and defense procurement and vendor management and managing high-performing teams in complex, fast- paced environments. Successfully drove large-scale cyber security transformations, strengthening security posture and operational resilience.

I hold a Master of Science (MSc) in Information Security, with a focus on the design, implementation, and management of secure computing environments. Through rigorous coursework and research, they have developed a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, cryptography, network security, and risk management. Their academic work has explored the vulnerabilities inherent in modern information systems, and they have gained practical experience in conducting vulnerability assessments, and ensuring data privacy across diverse technologies.

The  program included a comprehensive study of both the theoretical foundations and the hands-on application of security techniques, such as threat modeling, secure software development, and incident response strategies. Their research interests include [mention any specific topics you focused on during your studies, e.g., "cyber threat intelligence," "ethical hacking," or "blockchain security"], and they are passionate about advancing knowledge in the field of information security to address the ever-evolving challenges in protecting digital assets and infrastructure.