MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA – October 20, 2023
The 2nd Annual Cybersecurity Excellence Awards 2023, hosted by Quantic India, was a momentous event that celebrated the most complex revolution of the decade. As one of the leading tech event companies in India, Quantic India has long been recognized for its innovative solutions, and this year’s awards did not disappoint. With representatives from various industries and fields in attendance, the awards showcased some of the best cyber security initiatives from around the country.
The Cyber Security Excellence Awards 2023 is an event that has seen some of the most informative and innovative panel discussions by experts in the field of cyber security. From industry leaders to professional and expert practitioners, the esteemed panelists shared their valuable insights revolving around having a structured approach towards zero trust, reliability of assets and attack surfaces on data center controls, vulnerability Management, understanding different tools which can be used for good data hygiene and periodic review, impact of the cloud computing on cybersecurity and also the challenges associated with it for securing the cloud environment, the role of Endpoint detection and response (EDR) solution, how we can back up the data during the times of disaster and the ways to recover it, impact of data privacy regulations and finally how we can make use of the secure cloud environment in spite of the increasing cyber-attacks.
It was an opportunity of a lifetime for attendees to connect with more than 20+ speakers from different perspectives and domains, interact with award winners from over 100 organizations, and network with 6+ solution providers under one roof. The event was a platform to recognize and appreciate the dynamic leaders across different business verticals who have made it big in their respective.
Panel 1: Tackling the Current Challenges in the Cyber Space
Expert Moderator for the Panel :
Mr. Hetal Presswala: Chief Information Security Officer, Kalpataru Limited
Our Eminent Panellists for the Panel :
- Jagdish Asodekar: Chief Information Security Officer, WhiteOak Capital Asset Management
- Balram Choudhary: Chief Information Security Officer, ASK Group- Ask Investment Manager Ltd
- Amit Sahasrabudhe: AVP – 1 & Head GRC, Hexaware Technologies
- Badri Subramaniyan: VP- Information Security,Infrastructure and enterprise architecture, Bajaj Auto Ltd
- AjayKumar Joshi: ountry Manager, ESET
- Samrat Jaligama: Sales Engineer – India, Skyhigh Security
- Bhaskar Rao, Chief Information Security Officer, The Bharat Co-operative Bank
Panel 2 : Point to Point - Let's talk Security at all ends and network
Expert Moderator for the Panel :
Mr. Kishan Kendra: Head- Information Seccurity, Blue Star Limited
Our Eminent Panellists for the Panel :
- Dhiraj Ranka: Chief information Security Officer, TATA AIG General Insurance
- Rohit Rane: Chief Information Security Officer, HDFC PENSION MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED
- Ashton D’Cruz: Executive Director, NatWest Markets
- Akhil Wadhavkar: Chief Information Security Officer, CDSL- Central Depository Services India Ltd
- Prasanna Kumar: Director sales ,West & South India & Sri Lanka, Sophos
- Dr. Manish Rane: Chief Technology Officer, Isecurenet Solution
Panel 3 : Becoming more Holistic with Cloud
Expert Moderator for the Panel :
Mr.Vijay Kumar Verma: SVP & Head of Cybersecurity Engineering
Our Eminent Panellists for the Panel :
- Anup Tongaonkar: Group CISO, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd
- Prafull R Chavan: Head of Information Technology Department, Safari Industries Ltd.
- Pradipta Patro: Head IT and Cyber security (CISO), KEC International Limited (An RPG Group Company)
- Ashish Shah: Chief Information Security Officer, Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance Co. Ltd
- Prakash Shukla: Deputy General Manager IT, Indoco Remedies Ltd.
- Avinash Dharmadhikari: Chief Information Security Officer, Persistent Systems
After each and every immensely knowledgeable panel discussion Quantic India honoured different industrial domain experts and companies who bagged the below category of awards for their contribution in the long run:
Companies Who Won at The 2nd Annual Cyber Security Excellence Awards 2023
- Best Defensive Security (Banking): Suryoday Small Finance Bank Ltd.
- Best in Application & Software Management (Tours and Travels): Riya Travel and Tours (India) Pvt.
- Best Data Security Team (Asset Management): Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Co. Ltd.
- Best Anti-Phishing Solution Practice (Life Insurance): Ageas Federal Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
- Best Defensive Security (Automotive): Bajaj Auto Ltd.
- Best Transformative Security Initiative (Life Insurance): ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited
- Best Transformative Security Initiative (FMCG): Parle Biscuits Pvt. Ltd.
- Best Transformative Security Implementation (Wealth Management): Nuvama Wealth Management
- Best in Vulnerability Management (IT Services): Zensar Technologies Ltd.
- Best in Data Security(FinTech): PayNearby
- Best SD-WAN Transformation Initiative (Retail): Burger King
- Best On-premises Security Implementation (Healthcare): MANDKE FOUNDATION
- 360 Security Excellence Award (Financial Services): Mirae Asset Capital Markets (India) Pvt. Ltd.
- Best in Cloud Infrastructure Security (Financial Services): One 97 Communications Limited
- Best Proactive Threat Detection Initiative (Capital Markets): CDSL Ltd.
- Best Zero Trust Security (Healthcare); SIU-SMCW/SUHRC
- Best Security Product of the Year- Heimdall (Retail): IKEA
- Best Zero Trust Security (FinTech): CoinDCX
- Best in Cloud Infrastructure Security (E-Commerce): Zivame
- Best User Awareness Program Development (FMCG): Marico Limited
- Best Access Control Initiative (General Insurance): Magma HDI General Insurance Company
- Best in Data Security (Real Estate): K Raheja Corp
- Best Use of Third-Party Vendor in Risk Management (Life Insurance): Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Ltd.
- Best use of Cloud in CyberSecurity (Construction): KEC International Limited
- Best in Policy Management (HR Services): Mercans
- IT Security Team of the Year (Chemical Manufacturing): Hubergroup India Pvt. Ltd.
- Proactive Cybersecurity Initiative of the Year (Financial Services): SAVii
- Best Cybersecurity Awareness Programme (Banking): TJSB Sahakari Bank Ltd.
Individuals who won at The 2nd Annual Cyber Security Excellence Awards 2023
- Security Decision Maker of the Year (Pharma): Sammit Potdar, Lupin Ltd.
- CIO of the Year (AgriTech): Nirvan Biswas, National Bulk Handling Corporation.
- IT Infrastructure Leader of the Year (Manufacturing): Ketan Ajit Karkhanis, Hikal Limited
- CISO of the Year (IT Services): Sachin Kawalkar, Neeyamo
- CISO of the Year (Asset Management Company): Balram Choudhary, ASK Investments Managers Ltd.
- Emerging IT Leader of the Year (Machinery Manufacturing): Nipul M. Rajyaguru, Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited
- CISO of the Year (IT Services): Vaibhav Tole, CYIENT Ltd.
- Best Leader in Risk Management (Mutual Fund): Mohammad Taaha Shaikh, Nippon India Mutual Fund
- Cybersecurity Professional of the Year (Manufacturing): Sanil Nadkarni, Cummins India
- Best Personality in Security Framework (Real-Estate): Madhukumar V R, Tata Realty and Infrastructure Limited.
- Best Visionary in Security Governance (Banking): Ratan Jyoti, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
- Emerging Technology Leader of the Year (Manufacturing): Manisha Dixit, Sterlite Digital (Vedanta Limited)
- CISO of the Year (Financial Services): Priyank Sheth, Anand Rathi Group
- Cyber-Engineering Leader of the Year (Asset Management): Harvinder Singh Gill, State Street
- CIO of the Year (Media and Entertainment): Rahul Kawthankar, Sri Adhikari Brothers Group
- CISO of the Year (Health Insurance): Harsh Vardhan Chauhan, Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited.
- CISO of the Year (Chemical Manufacturing): Rasvinder Singh Nagpal, Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd.
- IT Visionary of the Year (Commodity Exchange): Viral Davda, NCDEX
- IT Visionary of the Year (FinTech): Rajesh Unde, Fisdom
- CISO of the Year (General Insurance): Dhiraj Ranka, Tata AIG General Insurance Company
- CIO of the Year (Healthcare): Dr.Makarand Sawant, Sahyadri Group
- CISO of the Year (Machinery Manufacturing): Kishan Kendre, Blue Star Ltd.
- Best Cyber Security Personality of the Year (Hospitality): Mahendra Soni, Sodexo
- CISO of the Year (Semiconductor Manufacturing): Sanjay Ranjhani, Senvion Wind Technology Pvt.Ltd.
- IT Visionary of the Year (Financial Services): Rajeev Desai, India1 Payments Ltd
- CISO of the Year (Investment Management): Rohit Yeshwant Rane, HDFC Pension Management Company
- Zero Trust Security Implementation Leader of the Year (Financial Services): Yogesh Bansal, Aavas Financiers Limited
- CISO of the Year (Banking): Melwyn Rebeiro, Julius Baer Wealth Advisor Pvt. Ltd.
- CISO of the Year (Manufacturing): Ambarish Kumar Singh, Godrej & Boyce Mfg.Co.Ltd.
- Best IT Security Leader of the Year (Information Services): Sarang Nagmote, TransUnion CIBIL Limited
- CIO of the Year (Pharma): Ajay Awale, Aquapharm Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
- CIO of the Year (Manufacturing): Dheeraj Sinha, JSW Steel Limited.
- IT Leader of the Year (Manufacturing): Prafull R Chavan, Safari Industries India Ltd.
- IT Infrastructure Leader of the Year (Machinery Manufacturing): Vikas Kumawat, Inox India Limited
- CIO of the Year (Electronics Manufacturing): Ashok Tiwari, Finolex Cables Ltd.
- Cybersecurity Innovator of the Year (Financial Services): Mohnish Singh, Euronet Worldwide
- IT Leader of The Year (Textile Manufacturing): Sachin Songaonkar, Indo Count Industries Ltd.
- CISO of the Year (Retail): Dr. Sandiip Kothaari, Orra Fine Jewellery Pvt. Ltd.
- IT Infrastructure Leader of the Year (Retail): Kamlesh Prasad, Nexus Select Trust
- IT Automation Leader of The Year (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing): Swapnil B. Rajepawar, ACG Capsules Pvt. Ltd.
In today’s ever-evolving business climate, the need for proven solutions has never been greater. At the event, some of the most innovative and experienced solution providers showcased their success stories and presented case studies. With creative solutions to address the complexities of emerging industries, these solutions providers demonstrated their ability to provide businesses with a competitive edge. Attendees had the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and gain insight into how modern technology can help streamline business processes.
- Canon: Title Partner
- ISECURENET SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED : Presenting Partner
- Skyhigh Security & Ingram Micro, Sophos: Co- Presenting Partner
- Futurex: Associate Partner
- Seclore, Upguard: Exhibit Partner
- Quantic Connect : Media Partner
After addressing how to protect the complex revolution with secured evolution, Quantic India will now dive deeper into the security domain and come soon with its next edition.
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