Chandra Sekhar Dash, Ushur Inc

Chandra Sekhar Dash's nomination for the TITAN Awards is supported by a robust career in Cyber Security Operations and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). With over two decades of experience spanning key sectors like Pharmaceutical, Government, Healthcare, and Banking, Dash has played a pivotal role in shaping security strategies that align with critical industry regulations. In the current capacity as Senior Director at Ushur Inc., his leadership in implementing major certification programs—HITRUST, SOC2, ISO 27001—has been instrumental in driving customer trust and expansion.

The strategy Dash has executed in integrating cloud-specific frameworks like the Common Control Framework (CCF) and Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM) is notable for its cross-domain applicability, covering not only Security and Privacy but also areas like Sustainability and Accessibility. His focus on AI governance, particularly in managing risk for Generative AI systems, reflects his forward-thinking approach as AI technologies increasingly play a role in both internal operations and external applications.

Chandra's portfolio of certifications—CISSP, CISA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, PMP, CITPM, and SCNP—demonstrates his technical and leadership versatility, further underscored by his qualifications in OT security (Claroty Technical Associate) and ISO 13485:2003 audit proficiency. His Six Sigma expertise also suggests a deep commitment to process optimization, complementing his cybersecurity acumen.

His contributions to academic literature, particularly around emerging topics like AI risk management and cloud security, published on platforms such as IEEE, enhance his standing as a thought leader in the field. Memberships with ISACA, ISC2, and IEEE Senior Member status affirm his continuous engagement with evolving cybersecurity and IT governance standards while solidifying his influence on both practical and research-based advancements in the industry.