Resume

Security Engineering Leader | Cryptography & Post-Quantum Specialist

Professional Summary

Dynamic and accomplished software engineering leader with 20+ years of experience spanning application development, project management, enterprise integration, and cloud infrastructure management. Proven expertise in implementing robust software solutions, leading cross-functional teams, and driving technological innovations across Fortune 500 financial institutions. Deep specialization in cryptography, data security, data loss prevention, and crypto agility strategies for enterprise-scale systems. Combines technical depth in applied cryptography, AI security, and distributed systems with strategic leadership in building high-performing engineering teams. Extensive domain knowledge across financial services, telecommunications, governance risk & compliance, and enterprise technology sectors. Adept in applying capability maturity models, risk management frameworks, and agile methodologies including Test-Driven Development (TDD) to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Core Skills & Competencies

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • Enterprise AI Initiatives: Multi-agentic conversational AI workflows (MACAW), AI strategy and implementation
  • AI Security & Governance: Model security assessment, AI governance frameworks, responsible AI practices
  • ML Platforms: AWS SageMaker, cloud-based ML infrastructure, data analytics integration
  • Emerging Technologies: Evaluation and adoption of GenAI technologies for enterprise use cases

Cryptography & Security

  • Data Loss Prevention: Data-in-transit security strategy, enterprise DLP implementation across US, UK, and Canada operations
  • Crypto Agility & Standards: Algorithm agility frameworks, cryptographic standards management, enterprise encryption strategy
  • Applied Cryptography: PKI infrastructure, certificate lifecycle management, secure key management, TLS/mTLS implementation
  • Encryption & Key Management: Symmetric and asymmetric encryption, key rotation strategies, HSM integration
  • Post-Quantum Readiness: Evaluation and planning for post-quantum cryptographic transitions, emerging algorithm assessment
  • Security Protocols & Identity: OAuth 2.0, OIDC, SAML, SSO integration, secure session management
  • Fraud Prevention & AML: Anti-Money Laundering technology platforms (NICE Actimize), fraud detection systems, SAR filing support
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC platform implementation (IBM OpenPages), regulatory compliance, audit support, CISO engagement
  • Incident Management: Security incident response, vendor risk management, enterprise security operations

Cloud / Systems / Platforms

  • AWS Cloud Services: IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager, CloudHSM, EC2, S3, Lambda, certified solutions architect and security specialist
  • Hybrid Cloud Architecture: Multi-cloud strategy, cloud migration planning, hybrid infrastructure design
  • Mainframe to Distributed Migration: COBOL to Java/Scala modernization, IBM z/OS to distributed systems, legacy system transformation
  • Enterprise SOA: Service-oriented architecture, middleware integration, web services (REST/SOAP), API design and management
  • Messaging Architecture: Apache Kafka, Zookeeper, Tibco Rendezvous, JMS, event-driven systems
  • Application Servers: WebLogic, WebSphere, Tomcat, enterprise application deployment and management
  • Container & Orchestration: Docker containerization, Kubernetes basics, microservices deployment
  • Infrastructure Management: Continuous delivery pipelines, deployment automation, infrastructure optimization

Programming Languages

  • Enterprise Development: Java (J2EE, Spring, Hibernate), Scala, Python
  • Web Technologies: JavaScript, TypeScript, DOJO, GWT (Google Web Toolkit)
  • Legacy Systems: COBOL (migration expertise), IBM JZOS, PL/SQL
  • Scripting & Automation: Bash, Python, Shell scripting

Architecture & Leadership

  • Engineering Leadership: Building and managing high-performing technical teams, technical mentorship, career development
  • Project & Program Management: Multi-million dollar project delivery, budget management, resource allocation, timeline execution
  • Agile & Methodologies: Scrum master experience, sprint planning, Test-Driven Development (TDD), continuous improvement
  • Strategic Planning: OKR development and execution, technical roadmap creation, organizational goal alignment
  • Enterprise Architecture: Solution architecture, system design, integration patterns, middleware design, SOA implementation
  • Security Architecture: Cryptographic system design, threat modeling, security design reviews, defense-in-depth strategies
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Vendor relationship management, contract negotiation, cross-functional collaboration
  • Change Management: Legacy system modernization, organizational process improvement, technology adoption strategies

Domain Expertise

  • Financial Services: Banking, wealth management, credit card processing, payment systems, financial trading
  • Telecommunications: Enterprise collaboration platforms, customer support systems, service delivery
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC platforms, regulatory compliance, audit management, risk assessment
  • Enterprise Technology: Cloud infrastructure, enterprise integration, application modernization, legacy system migration

Tools & Frameworks

  • Enterprise Frameworks: Spring Framework (MVC, Core), Hibernate, Struts, J2EE (JSP, Servlets, EJB)
  • Messaging & Streaming: Apache Kafka, Apache Zookeeper, Tibco Rendezvous, JMS
  • Databases: Oracle, IBM DB2, MongoDB, REDIS, JDBC, PL/SQL
  • Application Servers: BEA Weblogic, Apache Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, IIS
  • Enterprise Platforms: IBM OpenPages GRC, IBM Cognos, NICE Actimize, Liferay Portal, SAP Business Objects
  • Build & CI/CD: Maven, Gradle, Sonar, Bamboo, Hudson/Jenkins, Blade Logic, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD
  • Testing: JUnit, Selenium, Mockito, automated testing frameworks
  • Version Control: Git, IBM Clear Case, IBM Clear Quest, SVN
  • Security Tools: OpenSSL, Bouncy Castle, HashiCorp Vault
  • Security & Identity: Single Sign-On (SSO), LDAP, PKI, OAuth, SAML
  • Web Technologies: RESTful Web Services, SOAP, XML, JSON, AJAX, DOJO, GWT
  • Monitoring & Observability: AppDynamics, New Relic, Datadog, Splunk, AWS XRay, Log4J, Apache Chainsaw
  • DevOps & Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, infrastructure automation
  • Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Slack, security incident response platforms

Experience

Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Capital One Bank, USA | Aug 2019 - Present

Cyber Tech | Aug 2022 - Present

  • Lead data-in-transit security strategy for data loss prevention across US, UK, and Canada operations, managing enterprise-wide cryptographic standards and implementation
  • Architect solutions to improve crypto agility and establish cryptographic standards for Fortune 500 financial enterprise, positioning organization for post-quantum readiness
  • Build and manage multiple high-performing technical teams, driving project execution and delivering critical security products on time
  • Define organizational objectives and strategic roadmap for cryptocurrency and encryption initiatives, establishing OKRs aligned with business goals
  • Manage vendor relationships and support CISO office with audit compliance and incident management for security operations

Card Tech | Aug 2019 - Aug 2022

  • Led technical teams for Card Customer Resiliency projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
  • Owned estate, finance, and reporting domains, leading multiple strategic initiatives across card processing infrastructure
  • Provided architectural guidance and managed cross-functional technical teams for mission-critical payment systems
  • Oversaw project execution and planning, consistently delivering high-quality products on schedule for millions of cardholders
  • Served as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for key business processes, driving continuous improvement and innovation

Authorized Officer

UBS Business Solutions, USA | Jun 2015 - Aug 2019

  • Demonstrated leadership in improving application development tools and standardization across UBS Wealth Management Americas division
  • Architected enterprise solutions aligned with organizational goals, serving as SME for technical troubleshooting and application support
  • Managed project delivery including budgeting, resource management, and execution for multi-million dollar technology initiatives
  • Led IT simplification efforts, migrating legacy COBOL/Mainframe applications to distributed Java/Scala platforms, reducing operational costs
  • Improved continuous delivery pipelines across IT applications and established process definitions for Application Delivery Division
  • Application Owner/Technical Architect for Client Account Information (CAI) - Middleware Services Layer managing customer and account data integration

Key Projects:

  • FA Compensation (FCM): Led Agile team migrating mainframe compensation systems to Scala/Kafka distributed architecture
  • Net New Money (NNM): Managed COBOL to Java migration using IBM JZOS API, reducing long-term maintenance costs

Technical Lead

Wipro Technologies, USA | Aug 2012 - Jun 2015

Capital One Bank Projects:

  • Anti-Money Laundering Technology Enhancement (AML TEA): Designed solutions integrating multiple source systems with NICE Actimize platform for fraud investigation, implementing RESTful services and SAP Business Objects integration
  • GRC Platform (PRIME): Extended IBM OpenPages GRC Platform functionality, implementing BPM workflows and integrating Cognos Reports for corporate risk management

Cisco Systems Projects:

  • WebEx Social: Enhanced Liferay portlet performance for enterprise collaboration platform, implementing automated testing with Selenium
  • Resource Profile Manager (RPMgr): Led development of customer support call routing system, integrating with Enterprise Web SOA layer

Senior Software Engineer

Object Win Technology, Bangalore | Dec 2011 - Aug 2012

  • Continued Cisco Systems Resource Profile Manager project, leading development and architectural design

Consultant

Tell-e Technologies, inc., San Jose | Mar 2009 - Jul 2011

Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group):

  • Designed and implemented Product API (Client Library) for CME Group exchanges, supporting trading operations across multiple asset classes
  • Planned development in Agile iteration cycles, enhanced rule-based product generators for derivatives trading
  • Managed Oracle and DB2 data environments, ported projects from Maven 1 to Maven 2, integrated with Bamboo and Sonar for CI/CD
  • Provided production support for clearing house operations handling billions in daily trading volume

Intern Java Developer

Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME Group), Chicago | Jan 2008 - Dec 2008

  • Implemented CME Language compiler for derivative product rule engine, accelerating product creation to market time
  • Designed Generic Calendar API with Expression Evaluation Engine for complex financial product scheduling
  • Developed Google Web Toolkit (GWT) UI components for dynamic product configuration interfaces

Internet Media Developer

Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago | Oct 2006 - Dec 2007

  • Provided content development procedures for IIT’s online lecture videos through Blackboard.com web portal
  • Designed and implemented in-house authoring tool in Java Swing for automated content generation
  • Managed Real Producer encoding for online streaming with bandwidth optimization and server configurations
  • Supervised quality control for distance learning content delivery

Entrepreneur

Career Support India, Coimbatore, India | Jun 2005 - Jun 2006

  • Co-founded and operated startup BPO and manpower agency serving business process outsourcing clients
  • Managed operations, client relationships, and service delivery for emerging technology services market

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois | 2006 - 2008 Focused on software engineering, algorithms, and data systems in a research-intensive environment

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering Anna University, Chennai, India | 2001 - 2005

Certifications

Certification Organization Validity Period
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) ISC² Feb 2024 - Feb 2027
AWS Certified Security - Specialty Amazon Web Services Jul 2022 - Jul 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Amazon Web Services Apr 2022 - Apr 2028
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Amazon Web Services Sep 2019 - Apr 2028
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) Project Management Institute Apr 2019
Sun Certified Web Component Developer (SCWCD) Oracle (Sun Microsystems) Jul 2009
Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) Oracle (Sun Microsystems) Mar 2008

Awards & Recognition

Best Execution Team Award UBS Wealth Management Americas | April 2019

Recognized for outstanding team performance and successful delivery of critical technology initiatives

Technical Competition Judging

DECA Inc. - Competitive Event Judge | Nov 2025 Served as competitive event judge at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Arlington, VA, evaluating student presentations in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Provided guidance and professional feedback to emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. View Certificate

UVA Girls Hoo Hack 2025 - Official Judge | Oct 2025 Served as official judge for Girls Hoo Hack 2025, a women-centered, gender-inclusive hackathon at University of Virginia with theme “Hacks and Crafts.” Evaluated innovative projects combining creativity and technology to solve real-world problems. View Event Details

VTHacks 13 - Official Judge | Sep 2025 Served as official judge for VTHacks 13, Virginia Tech’s premier hackathon. Evaluated innovative student projects and provided constructive feedback to inspire the next generation of innovators. View Certificate | Verify Credential

Technology Student Association (TSA) Judge | May 2025 Evaluated student technology and engineering projects at TSA competition, providing feedback and encouragement to next-generation innovators.

NASA TechRise Student Challenge - Judge | 2025-26 Served as judge for NASA TechRise Student Challenge, evaluating student experiment proposals for suborbital rocket and high-altitude balloon flights. Assessed experiment originality, educational impact, and technical feasibility for NASA Flight Opportunities program. View Certificate

Mentoring & Professional Affiliations

IEEE Senior Member | May 2025 - Present Active contributor to IEEE Computer Society, participating in standards development and technical publication reviews. Engaging in professional development and knowledge sharing within the global engineering community.

IAENG Member | Sep 2025 - Present Member of the International Association of Engineers, contributing to the advancement of engineering and technology research.

UStrive.org Volunteer Mentor | Nov 2020 - Present Providing guidance and mentorship to students and early-career professionals, helping them navigate career development, technical skill building, and professional growth in technology fields.

Scouting America - Advancement Chair | Aug 2022 - Jul 2024 Led youth advancement programs, coordinating skill development, merit badge counseling, and rank progression activities for local scout troop.

Java Community Process (JCP) Member | 2010 - 2013 Participated in the evolution of Java technology specifications and standards development.

UN Online Volunteer | 2011 - 2012 Contributed technical expertise to United Nations initiatives focused on science and technology advancement in developing regions.

References and detailed project portfolio available upon request