Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
I’m a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) and security transformation leader with 25+ years of experience across corporate security, supply chain protection, and physical risk management. My expertise spans regulatory compliance, security automation, AI-powered surveillance, TAPA standards, and business continuity planning. As Director of Security at DHL Supply Chain India, I’ve led pan-India operations, established centralized command centers, integrated advanced access controls, and driven AI-based dock and visitor management systems across 100+ sites. Prior to DHL, I managed complex security operations at the world’s largest grassroots refinery with Reliance Industries, including VIP protection, petrochemical safety, and large-scale event security (IPL, executive summits). With a deep understanding of security audits, crisis response, incident investigation, and ISO-aligned compliance frameworks, I specialize in delivering scalable and cost-effective security solutions tailored for sectors like Retail, Automotive, Life Sciences, FMCG, and Technology. A certified TAPA auditor and DHL Master Facilitator, I also mentor high-performing teams and drive leadership development. I'm passionate about aligning security strategy with business resilience, mitigating emerging threats, and safeguarding enterprise assets through innovation, collaboration, and foresight.
As Director of Security for DHL Supply Chain India, I lead and manage all security operations, ensuring the safety and integrity of assets, personnel, and supply chain processes. I drive strategic security initiatives, align security frameworks with business objectives, and foster a culture of security awareness and compliance. Formulated and deployed pan-India security strategies and loss prevention protocols, ensuring operational continuity and regulatory compliance. Steered the development of annual security operating plans, optimizing expenditure and boosting cost-efficiency across the offices, sites, warehouse and transport network. Orchestrated the integration of AI-driven automation and digital surveillance technologies to enhance real-time threat detection and response. Facilitated internal leadership programs as a Master Facilitator, mentoring emerging leaders on security leadership and crisis management. Conducted high-level investigations into compliance breaches, reinforcing ethical governance and procedural accountability. Security Program Leadership, Strategic Security Planning, Loss Prevention, Stakeholder Management, AI Integration
At Reliance Industries Limited, as a Senior Manager, I was responsible for ensuring the safety and security of workforce and physical assets across diverse operations, including refining, retail, and corporate environments. The role involved designing and implementing robust security policies and strategies, conducting investigations, and collaborating with law enforcement to maintain a secure operational environment. Led end-to-end security at Jamnagar Refinery, including marine, dispatch, and residential zones. Managed state-level security across Haryana & NCR for retail and petrochemical assets. Supervised VIP protection and event security at corporate offices and IPL events. Implemented ISO-compliant systems and global best practices. Directed fraud investigations, vendor contracts, and CAPEX for security ops. Liaised with law enforcement to strengthen emergency preparedness. Physical Security, Risk Assessment, Investigation Management, Emergency Response, Stakeholder Management