Hi, I'm Vishwalingam Kanagasabapathy

Technology, Cloud, Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Executive | CISSP

CISSP-certified technology executive with 26+ years of experience leading enterprise infrastructure, cloud transformation, cybersecurity, IT operations, service delivery, governance, and managed services across global organizations and government projects[cite: 3].
26+
Years Experience
$20M
Tech Budgets Managed
CISSP
Certified Professional
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Vishwalingam Kanagasabapathy

Executive Competencies

Cloud & Infrastructure Transformation

Architecting hybrid cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP[cite: 3]. Managing data centers, high-availability virtualization (VMware), enterprise storage (SAN/NAS), and compute setups[cite: 3].

Cybersecurity & Governance

Establishing CISSP-aligned frameworks, global SOC operations, IAM, PAM, ITGC, and continuous compliance with ISO 27001, 9001, 45001, PCI-DSS, and DPDP regulations[cite: 3].

AI, Analytics & Smart Automation

Driving operational automation through agentic workflows, rule engines, MLOps, Copilot implementation, prompt engineering, and IoT integrations (RFID, GPS)[cite: 3].

Professional Experience

Sep 2021 – Present

Urbaser Sumeet Pvt Ltd

Head – Information Technology

  • Lead enterprise IT operations supporting large-scale government projects and statewide Integrated Command and Control Centres[cite: 3].
  • Implement RFID, GPS, and IoT automation for real-time monitoring, control, and visibility[cite: 3].
  • Deploy AI, Copilot, predictive monitoring, and rule engines for governed process optimization[cite: 3].
  • Govern privacy through DPDP controls, DPIA, and data-flow mappings while ensuring ISO compliance[cite: 3].
Jan 2019 – Aug 2021

Ace Designers Limited

Head – Information Systems Group

  • Directed IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and operations across eight group companies[cite: 3].
  • Maintained Tier-3 data centre operations, availability, resilience, BCP, and disaster recovery[cite: 3].
  • Expanded infrastructure for technology centres and R&D labs spanning 100,000 sq. ft[cite: 3].
  • Spearheaded Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, SAP integrations, and Industry 4.0 IoT projects[cite: 3].
Mar 2010 – Jun 2018

Lennox India Technology Centre

Manager – IT Infrastructure Engineering

  • Directed global infrastructure engineering, 24x7 managed service teams, and SOC operations[cite: 3].
  • Managed VMware environments with 200+ hosts along with Hitachi, EMC, and Networker platforms[cite: 3].
  • Implemented Azure Backup, Site Recovery, cloud governance, FinOps, and ITIL change governance[cite: 3].
  • Maintained audit readiness for PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and risk management standards[cite: 3].
Oct 2003 – Mar 2010

Ebix Software Asia SEZ Pvt Ltd

System Administrator Level III

  • Established data centres independently in Vancouver and Denver, ensuring high availability[cite: 3].
  • Managed Windows, SUSE Linux, Cisco networks, firewalls, F5 load balancers, and EMC storage[cite: 3].
  • Formed NOC functions for continuous monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and ISO/PCI DSS compliance[cite: 3].
1998 – 2003

Earlier Career Roles

Systems & Network Administration

  • 3rd Agenda: System Administrator (Aug 2002 - Sep 2003) - Managed server/desktop infrastructure and user support[cite: 3].
  • Pentagon Global Solutions: Network Engineer (Feb 2000 - Jun 2002) - Supported four software centers (~500 systems)[cite: 3].
  • ECIL-BDPS: System Administrator (Oct 1998 - Jan 2000) - Administered LAN, Windows NT, and Novell environments[cite: 3].
"Combining hands-on infrastructure depth with hybrid-cloud architecture, AI-enabled automation, IoT, and security-by-design to improve reliability and business outcomes."
— Vishwalingam Kanagasabapathy[cite: 3]

Technical Ecosystem Stack

Cloud, Datacenter & Compute

AWS / Azure / GCP VMware Tier-3 Data Centres Windows & SUSE Linux SAN/NAS Storage (EMC, Hitachi) Azure Site Recovery / BCP / DR

Cybersecurity & Governance

CISSP Certified ISO 27001 / 9001 / 45001 PCI DSS Compliance IAM & PAM SOC & NOC Operations DPDP Privacy & DPIA NIST & CIS Frameworks

AI, IoT & Smart Operations

Agentic Automation MLOps & Prompt Engineering Microsoft Copilot IoT / RFID / GPS Solutions Command & Control Centres (ICCC) Rule Engines

IT Operations & Service Delivery

FinOps & Budgeting ($20M) ITSM / SLA / OLA / KPI Microsoft 365 & Dynamics 365 SAP Integration (FICO, SD, MM) Vendor & Sourcing Governance

Contact & Credentials

📧 vishwalingam@hotmail.com
📞 +91 9444057152
📍 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
🔗 linkedin.com/in/kvishwalingam
🛡️ Certified CISSP
🎓 B.E. (ECE), NIT Tiruchirappalli