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Logan Kannappan

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Accomplished Cyber Security Executive with over 20 years of experience in Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC). Develop and implement robust cybersecurity strategies aligned with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. Enhance security postures across diverse industries through effective leadership and the creation of high-performing teams. Proven track record in driving results and delivering measurable outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice President, Global Cybersecurity

Fiserv
10.2020 - Current
  • Architected and implemented comprehensive cyber risk management framework (based on NIST, ISO 27001) for over 200 products that serves banks, credit unions, merchants and retailers
  • Spearheaded development and adoption of cutting-edge cybersecurity and technology standards, across 12 domains
  • Orchestrated regulatory compliance initiatives across multiple jurisdictions, achieving and maintaining compliance with GDPR, PCI-DSS, DORA and SOX requirements
  • Pioneered innovative controls management system, automating 70% of control testing, validation processes and continuous control monitoring, saving over 2,000 man-hours annually
  • Led cross-functional team of over 20 risk and compliance professionals, cultivating a culture of proactive risk management that reduced audit findings by 60% year-over-year
  • Designed and executed risk-based approach to vendor management, resulting in a 25% reduction in high-risk vendors and a 15% cost savings in third-party risk assessments
  • Instituted company-wide cybersecurity awareness program, achieving 85% participation rate and reducing successful phishing attempts by 70%
  • Conducted strategic risk assessments for M&A activities, directly contributing to the successful integration of six acquired companies with minimal security disruptions
  • Established robust business continuity and disaster recovery program, improving system resilience and reducing potential downtime by 60% during simulated crisis scenarios
  • Advised C-suite executives on cybersecurity trends and emerging threats, influencing increase in cybersecurity budget allocation to address critical vulnerabilities
  • Developed and implemented risk appetite framework aligned with business objectives, resulting in more informed decision-making and improvement in risk-adjusted returns

Director, Information Security Officer (ISO)

Fiserv
02.2018 - 09.2020
  • Developed and executed comprehensive security strategy tailored for the merchant business unit
  • Led the successful compliance efforts for PCI DSS, ensuring uninterrupted ability to process credit card transactions and avoiding potential fines.
  • Implemented risk assessment framework specific to payment processing, identifying and mitigating risks that reduced fraud losses by $3 million annually.
  • Established Security Champions program across departments, improving security communication and decreasing policy violations.
  • Collaborated with product teams to embed security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC), reducing vulnerabilities in applications by 90%.
  • Managed team of 15 security professionals, increasing team efficiency by 30% through process optimization and training.

Program Director, Cybersecurity

First Data
02.2014 - 01.2018
  • Transformed traditional development practices by integrating security into the DevOps pipeline. Reduced software vulnerabilities by implementing automated security testing tools in the CI/CD process.
  • Deployed enterprise-wide encryption solutions that secured sensitive data both at rest and in transit. Implemented robust key management systems, reducing the risk of data breaches due to unauthorized access.
  • Led the organization-wide implementation of MFA, enhancing login security for critical applications.
    Achieved a significant reduction in unauthorized access incidents by enforcing MFA policies.
  • Built a high-performing cyber security PMO team with low turnover rates. Introduced professional development programs that enhanced team expertise and morale.
  • Increased employee engagement in security programs. Launched awareness campaigns that significantly improved compliance with security policies.

Systems Architect

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
03.2006 - 01.2014
  • Led design and deployment of a new warehouse management system that increased operational efficiency.
  • Optimized system architecture to reduce order processing time by 30% and capable of handling peak seasonal demands.
  • Implemented scalable solutions that reduced infrastructure costs.
  • Introduced advanced security protocols that reduced security incidents by 70%.
  • Achieved flawless integration with existing systems, eliminating data silos and improving data accuracy.
  • Mentored team of developers, resulting in improvement in productivity and code quality.
  • Ensured system met all regulatory requirements, obtaining necessary certifications.

Technical Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
07.2004 - 02.2006
  • Led team that upgraded legacy mainframe applications, reducing processing time by 30% and lowering maintenance costs.
  • Implemented performance tuning strategies that increased system throughput by 25%, enhancing user experience.
  • Identified inefficiencies in resource utilization, leading to cost reduction of 20% in operational expenses.
  • Achieved client satisfaction consistently delivering projects on time and exceeding performance expectations.
  • Mentored team of 7 developers, improving skill levels and reducing staff turnover.
  • Developed automated testing and deployment pipelines, decreasing deployment time and reducing errors.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

University of Madras
Chennai, India
05.2004

Skills

  • Cybersecurity Governance
  • Risk Management & Assessment
  • Regulatory Compliance (PCI DSS, GDPR, SOX)
  • Information Security Policies & Procedures
  • Security Frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
  • DevSecOps Implementation
  • Data Privacy & Protection
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Vendor Management

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Vice President, Global Cybersecurity

Fiserv
10.2020 - Current

Director, Information Security Officer (ISO)

Fiserv
02.2018 - 09.2020

Program Director, Cybersecurity

First Data
02.2014 - 01.2018

Systems Architect

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
03.2006 - 01.2014

Technical Lead

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
07.2004 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

University of Madras

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