Hi, I’m
OMPRAKASH KOMPALWAR
Manama,13
Summary
Risk Management and Cyber Risk professional with strong experience in banking, information security, data protection, and regulatory compliance. Certified CISA and Data Protection Guardian (DPG) with proven expertise in enterprise risk frameworks, cyber risk assessment, IT controls, and privacy governance. Adept at translating technical cyber risks into business-impact insights for senior management.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
State Bank of India (SBI)
Asst Vice President (Systems) & DPG
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed enterprise, operational, and cyber risk assessments across banking systems and processes.
- Acted as Data Protection Guardian (DPG), ensuring compliance with data privacy principles and regulatory requirements.
- Identified, assessed, and monitored cybersecurity risks, including access controls, data leakage, system vulnerabilities, and third-party risks.
- Reviewed IT General Controls (ITGC) and application controls to ensure integrity, confidentiality, and availability of systems.
- Supported incident response and data breach management, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders, auditors, and regulators on risk, cyber security, and compliance matters.
- Strengthened risk governance and reporting, enabling better management decision-making.
- Promoted cybersecurity awareness and risk culture within the organization.
State Bank of India, SBI
Manager Forex
04.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Managed foreign exchange portfolio, including currency exchange, forex trading, and hedging strategies.
- Worked closely with corporate clients to offer tailored forex solutions, ensuring cost-effective strategies for currency transactions.
- Monitored market trends and global economic conditions to inform forex trading and hedging decisions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory frameworks governing foreign exchange operations and mitigated financial risks.
- Increased Branch Forex Turnover by over 235%
State Bank of India, SBI
Branch Manager
04.2020 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Managed the daily operations of a high-volume branch, overseeing customer service, business development, and financial transactions.
- Led a team of 11 employees, ensuring smooth Branch operations while meeting operational goals and delivering outstanding customer service.
- Developed and executed strategies to drive business growth, increasing branch profitability and enhancing market share.
- Implemented operational controls to ensure compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients to drive business development and cross-sell banking products.
Education
Dept of Management Sciences, University of Pune, IndiaPune, India
MBA from Finance & Retail
01-2013
Skills
- Enterprise & Operational Risk Management
- Cyber Risk Management & Assessment
- Information Security Governance
- Data Protection & Privacy Oversight
- Regulatory & Compliance Risk
- IT Risk & Control Assurance (ITGC)
- Third-Party / Vendor Cyber Risk
- Business Continuity & Operational Resilience
- GRC Frameworks (Risk, Policies, Controls)
- Risk Assessment Methodologies
- Data Privacy Impact Assessment (DPIA) concepts
- Clear communicator of technical risk to business leaders
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and compliance-focused
Accomplishments
- Enhanced cyber risk visibility through structured risk assessments and reporting.
- Improved data protection governance and compliance alignment.
- Reduced audit observations by strengthening preventive and detective controls.
- Contributed to improved operational resilience and cyber preparedness.
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) – ISACA
- Data Protection Guardian (DPG)
- Cybersecurity, Risk, and Compliance training (as applicable)
PROFESSIONAL EXPOSURE
- Cyber Risk & Information Security Governance
- Regulatory Compliance (Banking & Financial Services)
- Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA)
- Audit Coordination & Remediation Tracking
- Senior Management & Stakeholder Reporting
Timeline
Asst Vice President (Systems) & DPG
State Bank of India (SBI)
09.2023 - Current
Manager Forex
State Bank of India, SBI
04.2022 - 09.2023
Branch Manager
State Bank of India, SBI
04.2020 - 04.2022
Dept of Management Sciences, University of Pune, India
MBA from Finance & Retail