Surinder Singh Rait is a distinguished IT and cybersecurity executive with more than two decades of experience in developing and executing large-scale security strategies for global corporations. He has a proven track record of building world-class security organizations from the ground up, establishing end-to-end cybersecurity functions that span governance, technology, operations, and strategy. Surinder has successfully designed and led comprehensive information security management teams, built complex Security Operations Centers (SOCs) for both red and blue team operations, and implemented cutting-edge technologies to protect critical enterprise assets. His expertise lies in creating scalable cybersecurity frameworks, driving digital resilience, and aligning security strategy with business objectives across multinational environments.
As a frequent international speaker, Surinder has presented at leading cybersecurity conferences, including ISACA CSX (London), ISACA Nordic (Denmark), and EuroCACS (Geneva). His leadership has consistently delivered business value by architecting enterprise-wide security frameworks that integrated ISO27001, NIST, HIPAA, and FISAP, unlocking cross-functional efficiencies and multimillion-dollar savings. He has also shaped cybersecurity strategies for multinational corporations across 120+ countries, enabling organizations to strengthen resilience, optimize costs, and improve the bottom line while supporting business growth.
Surinder holds advanced certifications including GSTRT, CISM, CISA, CDPSE™, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. He has earned multiple milestones, such as the Ericsson Impact Award presented by CEO and Genpact’s Global CIO Gold Award, and has served as Deputy Board Member for the Cloud Security Alliance, Sweden Chapter.
