It Security Advisor and Researcher Dr. Harsha E Thennarasu

CISO at XFormics

Dr. Harsha E Thennarasu has a diverse background in the field of IT security, with extensive experience as an IT Cyber/Security Advisor and a Founder & CISO of HKIT Security Solutions since April 2012. Dr. Harsha offers expert consultations on information technologies and information security designs.

In addition, Dr. Thennarasu has held various roles, such as CISO at Increff, RBL_Finserve, Mayfair We Care Ltd, and "for" since 2021. Dr. Harsha also served as the Head IT at HKM Group from May 2006 to August 2012 and as a Systems Manager at Texport Overseas from March 2000 to June 2006.

Dr. Harsha E Thennarasu, an IT Security Advisor and Researcher, has a comprehensive education history. Dr. Harsha obtained a Bachelor's degree in Maths and Computers from the University of Madras from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, they pursued a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) degree in Computer Programming, Specific Applications from the National Higher Secondary in 1984. From 1990 to 1992, they also completed an MSC in Mathematics from the University of Madras.

Dr. Thennarasu furthered their academic journey by pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Security from CMJ University between 2010 and 2012. Moreover, they obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications with a focus on Computer Programming and Artificial Intelligence from Alagappa University in 1994 and 1995.

In terms of additional certifications, Dr. Thennarasu has an esteemed list of accomplishments. Dr. Harsha holds certifications such as Data Security Solutions Engineer, obtained from the Data Security Council of India in September 2022, and DSCI Privacy Lead Auditor, acquired from DSCI in October 2021. Dr. Harsha also possesses certifications in areas like Network Security, Digital Forensic Tools, Ethical Hacking, Information Systems Auditing, Cloud Security, ISO 27001:2013 ISMS, CCNA, MCSE, and Certified Cyber Security Expert. Notably, their Cyber and Computer Forensic Investigations skills were recognized with certification from the International Forensic Sciences (IFS) in January 2019.

Overall, Dr. Harsha E Thennarasu has a diverse educational background and a wide range of certifications, highlighting their expertise in IT security and research.

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  • CISO

    March, 2018 - present