Nikita Sudhakar Kandekar - Assistant Manager

Q: Where is Nikita based?

Nikita is based in Freising, Germany .

Q: What languages does Nikita speak?

Nikita speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Nikita have?

Nikita has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Nikita has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Nikita may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Nikita's latest experience?

Nikita's most recent position is Assistant Manager - Cybersecurity at Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd .

Q: What companies has Nikita worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Nikita has worked for Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd , Eclerx Services Ltd , Cybage Software Private Limited , and ESDS Software Solution Pvt Ltd .

Q: Which industries is Nikita most experienced in?

Nikita is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Telecommunication , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Nikita most experienced in?

Nikita is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Audit , and Customer Service . Nikita also has some experience in Operations and Quality Assurance (QA) .

Q: What is Nikita's education?

Nikita holds a Master in Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University , a Bachelor in Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Government Polytechnic Nashik .

Q: Does Nikita have any certificates?

Nikita has 5 certificates . Among them, these include: Certified In Cyber Security , AWS IoT Development And Deployment , and Agile Certification .

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Freising, Germany

Experience

Apr 2024 - Apr 2025

1 year 1 month

India

Assistant Manager - Cybersecurity

Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd

Maintained 95% compliance for 300+ vendors through vendor risk assessment.
Handled GRC of Ireland, Greece and Egypt markets.
Conducted DPIA for suppliers.
Collaborate with various stakeholders, including suppliers, internal teams, and external partners, to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and policies.
Provided support in case of cybersecurity incidents, ensuring appropriate measures are taken to mitigate risks and protect the company’s data.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity processes and practices within Vodafone, ensuring the company stays ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

Dec 2023 - Apr 2024

5 months

India

Associate Process Manager – Information Security

Eclerx Services Ltd

Collaborated with HR and team lead to educate employees on identifying suspicious activity.
Provided periodic cyber security training, staying abreast of new technologies to train staff effectively.
Contributed to the creation, review, and updating of information security policies.
Managed Excel sheets for vendor risk assessment (SIG) to evaluate potential risks.
Conducted agreement screenings to identify red flags for the company's security.

Sep 2021 - Dec 2023

2 years 4 months

India

Security Administrator – Information Security

Cybage Software Private Limited

Conducted information security reviews and ISMS assessments, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001.
Provided consultancy on operational security issues for various functions and projects.
Conducted and maintained data protection impact assessments (DPIA), contributed to ROPA documentation, and ensured GDPR compliance across IT services.
Reviewed Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams) security and compliance configurations during vendor audits.
Evaluated Microsoft cloud environments (Azure AD, M365) for GDPR compliance and data protection risks.
Supported implementation of data retention and deletion policies within Microsoft environments.
Monitored Microsoft release notes and assessed impact on security and compliance controls.
Acted as key liaison between IT, cybersecurity, legal, and service teams to address compliance risks.
Presented audit findings and compliance updates to senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.
Ensured that technical implementations and business processes align with organizational security goals.
Conducted SOC 2 Type 2 and PCI DSS audits for projects, ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
Implemented both periodic and on-demand project audits and vulnerability analyses.
Participated in the creation, review, and update of information security policies.
Reviewed vulnerability assessment & penetration testing reports and ensured timely closure of findings for both on-premises and in the cloud.
Responded promptly to security-related incidents, assisted in mitigating damages, and provided support during post-event analysis.
Managed the management information system (MIS) including an inventory of projects, contact persons, and their security compliance status.
Established a shared disaster recovery/business continuity plan.
Conducted internal training on identifying suspicious activity & provided cyber security training and developed expertise to train staff on new technologies.

Sep 2020 - Aug 2021

1 year

India

Service Delivery Project Coordinator Trainee

ESDS Software Solution Pvt Ltd

Managed steady-state service delivery across multiple client accounts, ensuring SLA compliance and high customer satisfaction.
Built and maintained strong customer relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for operational support.
Collaborated with supply chain and logistics teams to resolve client issues and streamline service processes.
Planned and executed service improvement initiatives, including root cause analyses, to enhance service quality.
Supported contract change management processes, ensuring clear communication and smooth transitions for clients.
Promoted continuous improvement in productivity and service delivery within the team.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (3.5 years), Telecommunication (1 year), and Professional Services (0.5 years).

Information Technology

Telecommunication

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (3.5 years), Audit (2.5 years), Customer Service (1 year), Operations (1 year), and Quality Assurance (1 year).

Information Technology

Audit

Customer Service

Operations

Quality Assurance

Summary

Experienced ISMS professional with 5 years of experience in information security management, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity. Seeking a challenging position in a progressive organization where I can leverage my compliance and risk assessment skills to strengthen the organization's security posture.

Skills

Iso/iec 27001:2013 & 2022 (Isms Implementation & Maintenance)
Internal Isms Audits & Control Effectiveness Testing
Risk Assessment & Risk Register Management (Iso 27005 Aligned)
Third-party Risk Management (Tprm)
Gdpr Compliance, Dpia & Ropa Support
Vendor Audits & Supplier Security Assessments
Soc 2 Type Ii & Pci Dss Audit Support
Policy Development & Compliance Monitoring
Management Reporting & Stakeholder Coordination
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Support
Cybersecurity, Iso27001:2013/2022, Pci Dss, Gdpr, Soc I & Soc Ii
Microsoft Visio, Ms Office, Power Bi
Siem Tool Familiarity
Qualitative, Quantitative, And Semi-quantitative Risk Assessment Frameworks
Excellent Communicator Across All Organizational Levels
Strong Leadership, Presentation, And Stakeholder Coordination Skills
Adaptable Team Player With Project Management Expertise
Results-driven And Proactive Work Ethic

Languages

English

Native

German

Intermediate

Education

R.J.C.B. Girls School Nashik

Secondary School Certificate · Nashik, India · 93.45

Savitribai Phule Pune University

Bachelor of Engineering · Engineering · Pune, India · GPA 2.26

Government Polytechnic Nashik

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Nashik, India · 81.28%

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Certified In Cyber Security

(ISC)2

AWS IoT Development And Deployment

Agile Certification

IBM

IBM Cloud Core Certification

Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Where is Nikita based?

Nikita is based in Freising, Germany.

What languages does Nikita speak?

Nikita speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Nikita have?

Nikita has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Nikita has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Nikita may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Nikita be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Nikita would be well-suited for roles such as: Assistant Manager - Cybersecurity, Associate Process Manager – Information Security, Security Administrator – Information Security.

What is Nikita's latest experience?

Nikita's most recent position is Assistant Manager - Cybersecurity at Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd.

What companies has Nikita worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Nikita has worked for Vodafone India Service Pvt Ltd, Eclerx Services Ltd, Cybage Software Private Limited, and ESDS Software Solution Pvt Ltd.

Which industries is Nikita most experienced in?

Nikita is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Telecommunication, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Nikita most experienced in?

Nikita is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Audit, and Customer Service. Nikita also has some experience in Operations and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Nikita's education?

Nikita holds a Master in Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University, a Bachelor in Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Government Polytechnic Nashik.

Does Nikita have any certificates?

Nikita has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: Certified In Cyber Security, AWS IoT Development And Deployment, and Agile Certification.

What is the availability of Nikita?

Nikita is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Nikita?

Nikita's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.