Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure leader with approximately 15+ years of experience across industrial automation, OT/ICS security, and national cyber defense initiatives. Currently Head/Chief Executive of Cyber MANTHAN at IIIT Hyderabad and an IVLP Alumnus (Cybersecurity \& AI) with the U.S. Department of State. IIT Kanpur alumnus with prior leadership roles as Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President (R\&D) at C3i–IIT Kanpur. Proven expertise in designing ICS testbeds, leading indigenous SOC-focused cybersecurity solutions, and conducting audits across ports, energy, oil \& gas, and BFSI sectors. Advisor, educator, and researcher with international collaborations, publications, and a patent in cybersecurity risk management.