Designing scalable, secure IT solutions for financial services

Lead technical solution design across private cloud, Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid environments for financial services clients, from discovery through onboarding.

• Serve as technical counterpart in discovery calls, client presentations, and RFP/RFI responses.

• Architect secure onboarding blueprints covering Active Directory strategy, Microsoft 365 E5, identity, data protection, and network segmentation.

• Apply defense-in-depth controls including privileged access management, microsegmentation, MDR/SIEM, and secure SaaS integration.

• Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Engineering, and PM teams to ensure designs are supportable and aligned with ongoing service delivery.

Founded and led Shesh Tech IT Services through a decade of growth, scaling operations across multiple cities and international clients before a successful strategic sale.

• Built and led technical and sales teams, growing headcount 3x while maintaining operational excellence and delivery quality.

• Implemented project management best practices to deliver complex IT and cybersecurity programs on time and within budget.

• Turned vendor relationships into strategic partnerships that expanded service offerings and revenue.

• Led security framework adoption (Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001) and risk/vulnerability mitigation strategy with client risk teams.

Helped lead a sustainable, climate-positive technology group focused on investing in reliable, trustworthy, secure innovation.

• Supported portfolio growth by aligning investment and operating decisions with a secure-by-design standard.

• Partnered with founders and technology leaders to scale operations while preserving quality and governance.

• Contributed to strategic initiatives that supported successful business sale and transition outcomes.

Led strategic cybersecurity sales and solution positioning, combining technical depth with business outcomes for clients across regulated sectors.

• Designed tailored cybersecurity programs aligned to risk posture and measurable return on security investments.

• Worked cross-functionally to shape robust defense strategies against evolving threats.

• Built trusted client partnerships through clear translation of complex technical concepts.

• Drove strategic deals and growth through consultative, solution-led selling.

• Contributed thought leadership through industry forums and events, sharing practical guidance to help organizations strengthen cyber resilience.