Chitrank Shrivastav

Chitrank Shrivastav has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. chitrank currently works as the Lead OT Security - Jt General Manager at Nayara Energy since June 2022. In this role, they are responsible for establishing OT Security framework for the refinery, utility, ports, fuel pumps, and new development projects. Chitrank also leads the security transformation journey for the refinery, petrochemical, and fuel stations.

Prior to their current position, Chitrank worked at Apraava Energy from April 2014 to May 2022 in various roles. Their responsibilities included maintenance of control and automation systems, system upgrades, deployment of cybersecurity systems, security compliance, and OT risk management. Notably, they implemented the Rockwell PLC upgrade project to mitigate the risk of cyber attacks and demonstrated a detailed understanding of project management governance module.

Before Apraava Energy, Chitrank worked as an Assistant Manager at LANCO UDUPI POWER CORPORATION LTD from March 2010 to September 2010. chitrank also gained experience at TATA Power as an Executive Engineer from September 2007 to February 2010.

Chitrank started their career as an Engineer at Shree Cement Ltd. from October 2006 to September 2007. Prior to that, they worked as a Field Engineer Trainee at Jaiprakash Enterprises Ltd. from October 2005 to October 2006.

Overall, Chitrank possesses a strong background in OT security, control and automation systems, cybersecurity, project management, and risk management.

Chitrank Shrivastav has a Bachelor's degree in Electronics from Shivaji University. chitrank attended Jay Jyoti School in Rewa, but no specific degree or field of study was provided. chitrank is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Degree in Information Security from Indira Gandhi National Open University, with expected completion in 2023. In terms of additional certifications, Chitrank has obtained various cybersecurity-related certifications, such as ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Fundamental Specialist from the International Society of Automation (ISA), CompTIA Security+ from Simplilearn, and ICS cyber security Analysis & Evaluation (401V) from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. chitrank also holds certifications in ISO 27001:2013 lead Auditor, Basic Level Training and Certification Program from NPTI Delhi, Introduction to Cybersecurity from Cisco, and several others.