Vamsha Bethi serves as the Senior Director of IT Cyber Security, Compliance, and Governance at Equifax, where she leverages over eight years of specialized experience to fortify the organization's cybersecurity posture. With her certifications as a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and a Google Cloud...
Vamsha Bethi serves as the Senior Director of IT Cyber Security, Compliance, and Governance at Equifax, where she leverages over eight years of specialized experience to fortify the organization's cybersecurity posture. With her certifications as a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and a Google Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader and Associate Cloud Engineer, Vamsha is adept at navigating the complexities of modern cybersecurity challenges. Her leadership in managing the global threat vulnerability management (GTVM) program has been pivotal, particularly during high-stakes incidents such as the CVE-2021-44228 vulnerability. Vamsha ensured that all identified vulnerabilities were addressed within the specified timelines, showcasing her commitment to maintaining robust security protocols.
In 2021 alone, she successfully led her teams to remediate over 3.1 million vulnerabilities, demonstrating her ability to manage large-scale projects while adhering to compliance standards such as FedRamp, PCI DSS, PII, MSAG, and SOX. Vamsha's expertise extends beyond technical remediation; she is also instrumental in organizing, documenting, and updating audit processes to ensure ongoing compliance. Her skills in software development lifecycle (SDLC), regression testing, and process improvement enable her to implement effective strategies that enhance security measures and streamline operations. Vamsha's cross-functional team leadership fosters collaboration across departments, ensuring that cybersecurity remains a top priority at Equifax. Through her dedication to excellence and proactive approach to risk management, Vamsha continues to drive significant advancements in the field of IT cybersecurity and governance.
