Kaustuv Basu serves as the Cybersecurity Delivery Head for Cognizant across the UK, Europe, and the Asia Pacific, bringing over twenty-five years of extensive experience in leading and delivering comprehensive cybersecurity programs. His expertise spans a multitude of industry verticals, including banking and financial services...
Kaustuv Basu serves as the Cybersecurity Delivery Head for Cognizant across the UK, Europe, and the Asia Pacific, bringing over twenty-five years of extensive experience in leading and delivering comprehensive cybersecurity programs. His expertise spans a multitude of industry verticals, including banking and financial services (BFS), insurance, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, retail, telecom, energy, and utilities. This diverse background equips him with a unique perspective on the multifaceted challenges organizations face in securing their digital landscapes.
In his current role, Kaustuv is responsible for overseeing delivery governance for a portfolio of large-scale cybersecurity projects, each varying in complexity and size. His primary focus is on understanding customer pain points and ensuring the implementation of robust security controls that effectively safeguard client assets. His proficiency in critical areas such as Identity & Access Management, Network Security, Threat & Vulnerability Management, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) allows him to tailor solutions that align with the specific needs of each client.
Kaustuv's leadership is characterized by a commitment to excellence in service delivery, leveraging his skills in enterprise architecture, application security, and the software development life cycle (SDLC). He is adept at navigating the intricacies of cybersecurity frameworks and regulations, ensuring that organizations not only meet compliance requirements but also enhance their overall security posture. Under his guidance, Cognizant continues to strengthen its position as a trusted partner in cybersecurity, empowering clients to navigate the evolving threat landscape with confidence.
