Ashok Kumar B
CTO and CISO @ Tata Pension
About
At Tata Pension Fund, I serve as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), contributing to the development of cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory compliance strategies. My focus is on implementing robust security policies, ensuring audit compliance, and enhancing digital resilience for our stakeholders. With over two decades of experience in IT and security, including a 21 +-years tenure at Tata Asset Management, I bring expertise in regulatory audits, IT infrastructure management, and business continuity planning. My mission is to drive secure technological advancements that safeguard financial ecosystems and enable operational excellence.
Experience
Chief Information Security Officer
At Tata Pension Fund, I transitioned from Tata Asset Management to lead efforts in developing and implementing robust security policies. My role involved overseeing the safety of all stakeholders and ensuring compliance with regulatory audits. I focused on updating policies to align with regulatory requirements, enhancing the overall security framework of the organization.
Chief Information Security Officer
Tata Pension Fund Management Private Limited
Developing, implementing, and enforcing security policies to protect critical data. Oversaw safety of guests, employees, and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems. Researched, reviewed, and recommended equipment, materials and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within approved budget. Established measures, metrics, thresholds, and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies. All Policy and SOP updating as per the regulatory requirements. Coordination and execution of all regulatory audits, internal and external audits.
Customer Support Engineer
Assembling and installation of Desktop and Laptops. Fixing breakdown calls at Customer places.
Customer Support Engineer - Infotech
Assembling and installation of desktops and laptops. Fixing breakdown calls at Customer places Field Engineer to attend day-to-day calls.
Deputy Vice President - Information Technology
Tata Asset Management Private Limited
At Tata Asset Management Pvt. Ltd., I transitioned from Tata TD Waterhouse following its closure in India. In this role, I was instrumental in overseeing regulatory audits and managing IT infrastructure. I successfully implemented business continuity and disaster recovery plans, ensuring organizational resilience. Additionally, I enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining the management of Office 365 and aligning IT practices with regulatory requirements.
Information Technology Manager
Tata Asset Management Private Limited
Coordination and execution of all regulatory audits, internal and external audits. Leading all the IT Infra Management and Procurements. Implementation and monitoring of all regulatory controls mentioned in the circular from time to time. Managing Office 365, such as Email, and MDM. Led the development and implementation of business continuity plans and disaster recovery protocols for the organization. IT Strategy and budget planning for management for optimal department performance. Part of Technology Committee for decision and implementations of all regulatory control on time. All Policy and SOP updating as per the regulatory requirements.
Senior Executive
Tata TD Waterhouse Securities Limited
Lotus Notes email system management. Server Administration. IT Infra Management.
Senior Executive Information Technology
Tata TD Waterhouse Securities Limited
In my role at Tata TD Waterhouse Securities Limited, I was responsible for managing the Lotus Notes email system and overseeing server administration. I handled day-to-day IT calls and coordinated with vendors to meet various requirements. My focus was on maintaining IT infrastructure and swiftly resolving breakdown calls to ensure smooth operations.
Education
MIT School of Distance Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Technology and Operation Management, Information Technology, Information Technology
Apr 2024 - Jul 2025
Agents in Mumbai, Maharashtra
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