Manoj Pragada

Manoj Pragada is a highly experienced professional currently serving as Deputy CISO at the Department of Posts, India, since October 2023, where responsibilities include enhancing cyber security measures across the department and coordinating with various governmental stakeholders. Additionally, Manoj holds the position of Assistant Director General (Technology) at the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, overseeing the significant Project IT 2.0. Previously, Manoj worked as the SSPO for the Koraput Division, managing a vast retail business network. Training as part of the Indian Postal Service included two years at the Rafi Ahmed Kidwai National Postal Academy. Manoj also possesses mentorship experience at Pawankumar IAS Academy and a background as a Senior Engineer at Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Power Systems from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Srinagar.