Aakassh S

Aakassh S has over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and project management, currently serving as Chief Cyber Security Officer at DXC Technology since May 2022. Previously, Aakassh held various roles including Cyber Security Consultant at Brace168, Cyber Security Manager at DXC Technology, and Information Security Manager at HCF Australia. Notable experience includes a five-year tenure as Delivery Manager - Cyber Security at Optus, where responsibilities encompassed PCI-DSS compliance, running an Integrated Security Operations Centre, vendor management, and penetration testing. Aakassh has also demonstrated leadership in project management and application services across multiple organizations, including Keane India Limited, MphasiS, and Electronic Data Systems, delivering complex projects on time and within budget while building strong stakeholder relationships.