Enterprise Technology Leader • VP-IT & Group CISO

Dr. Vasudevan Nair PhD

Shaping enterprise technology strategy, cyber resilience, and digital transformation with 28+ years of executive leadership across BFSI, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Global Enterprise IT.

AI & Generative AI Cybersecurity Resilience Cloud & Infrastructure Technology Governance
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Dr. Vasudevan Nair

VP-IT & Group CISO

Writer Corporation

Mumbai Metropolitan Region
28+ Years Exp.
14+ Yrs at Writer
Top 100 CISO Awardee
28+ Years Enterprise Technology Leadership
VP-IT & Group CISO Cyber Resilience & Modernization
Ph.D. in IT Computer & IT Management
Multi-Award Winner AI Leader & CISO of the Year

Bridging Business Objectives & Technology Resilience

Senior IT and Technology Leader with 28+ years of experience shaping enterprise technology strategy, leading IT transformation, strengthening cyber resilience, and aligning technology investments with business growth.

Currently serving as VP-IT & Group CISO at Writer Corporation, with comprehensive leadership across enterprise IT, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, technology resilience, governance, and strategic business continuity.

Recognized for translating business objectives into pragmatic technology strategies, driving enterprise modernization, improving operational resilience, and spearheading practical Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI solutions for high-impact business outcomes.

Sector Expertise:
BFSI Logistics & Relocations Supply Chain Real Estate IT & ITeS

Strategic IT Modernization

Architecting resilient cloud and infrastructure ecosystems to scale operations while optimizing total cost of ownership.

Cyber Resilience & Defense

Building comprehensive, defense-in-depth cybersecurity programs, compliance postures (CISA/CISSP standards), and proactive threat mitigation.

AI & Generative AI Value

Translating cutting-edge AI capabilities into concrete operational efficiencies, automated intelligence, and responsible enterprise governance.

Executive Leadership Areas

Proven strategic and operational capabilities across enterprise technology and governance

Enterprise IT Strategy & Leadership

Formulating vision, aligning IT roadmaps with board and business goals, and delivering organizational modernization.

AI & Generative AI Transformation

Driving practical GenAI adoption, predictive machine learning models, and strategic AI transformation roadmaps.

Cybersecurity & Cyber Resilience

Securing hybrid multi-cloud perimeters, threat response, Zero Trust architectures, and enterprise business continuity.

Cloud & Infrastructure Strategy

Data center management, hybrid cloud migration, high availability, and mission-critical disaster recovery setups.

Data, Analytics & AI Governance

Ensuring ethical AI frameworks, responsible governance, regulatory compliance, and robust enterprise data pipelines.

Technology Risk & Cost Optimization

Auditing IT risks, optimizing enterprise software license investments, and leading board and executive stakeholder reviews.

Professional Experience

Over 28 years of progressive IT leadership in top financial institutions and global enterprises

Current Role • 14+ Years

VP IT & Group CISO

Writer Corporation

June 2012 – Present Mumbai, India

Executive leadership across enterprise IT, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, technology resilience, governance, and strategic business transformation. Championing enterprise modernization and spearheading pragmatic AI initiatives across diverse business divisions.

Sr. AVP - IT

Angel Broking Ltd

October 2009 – May 2012 2 years 8 months

Led technology infrastructure and enterprise platforms for one of India's premier retail financial broking networks.

Head - IT

Mangal Keshav Securities Ltd

February 2008 – June 2010 2 years 5 months

Spearheaded comprehensive IT operations, network architecture, and security governance for institutional and retail trading desks.

Manager - IT

Emkay Share and Stock Brokers Ltd

December 2004 – February 2008 3 years 3 months

Managed IT infrastructure development, enterprise networking, information security protocols, and high-volume transaction reliability.

Webtrade Admin

ICICI Infotech

January 2003 – November 2004 1 year 11 months

Administered online trading applications, web servers, database systems, infrastructure development, and system innovations.

Education & Professional Certifications

Academic Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
OPJS University
November 2018 – May 2023
Master of Business Administration - MBA
MK University
Bachelor of Technology - B.Tech
Engineering
Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc
Chemistry
University of Kerala

Certifications & Accreditations

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Global standard for audit, control, and assurance in enterprise IT systems.

CISSP: Security & Risk Management

Enterprise information security governance, regulatory compliance, and risk frameworks.

CISSP: Asset Security

Data privacy controls, information classifications, and lifecycle protection.

CISSP: Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Foundational principles of security engineering and enterprise resilience.

Industry Honors & Awards

Celebrated across industry forums for innovation in cybersecurity, AI leadership, and enterprise architecture

AI Transformation Leader of the Year

Honored for pioneering artificial intelligence strategies that drive tangible enterprise efficiency.

CISO of the Year

Recognized for outstanding cybersecurity stewardship, resilience planning, and enterprise defense.

Innovative Tech Leader

Acknowledged for introducing forward-looking digital frameworks and modernization initiatives.

Infrastructure Mastermind

Awarded for excellence in scaling mission-critical data center and hybrid cloud infrastructure.

Let's Discuss Enterprise Strategy & Transformation

Open for executive consultations, board advisory, technology speaking engagements, and strategic collaborations.