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Dipesh Khushalani
Director - Technology Risk Advisory

A captivating journey where risk assessment meets the art of performance

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Enables secure, compliant, and resilient digital environments
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Balances governance and compliance with practical business enablement
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Uses technology risk insights to support confident, data-driven decisions
Journey & Career Highlights

Dipesh Khushalani is Director – Technology Risk Advisory at Pierag Consulting, bringing deep expertise across privacy, cybersecurity, IT governance, and technology compliance.

With experience spanning KPMG India and industry roles at SBI Cards, Dipesh has advised organizations across Privacy (GDPR, DPDPA), Cybersecurity, IT Audits, IT SOX, SOC 1 & SOC 2 reporting, and Business Continuity Planning. His work focuses on strengthening digital trust while aligning technology risk frameworks with business objectives.

At Pierag, Dipesh leads the Technology Risk Advisory practice, working closely with clients to design and implement scalable, compliant, and resilient IT control environments. He supports leadership teams in navigating evolving regulatory expectations while ensuring technology risks are understood, managed, and operationalized effectively.

Leadership & Impact
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Simplifies complex technology and cyber risks for senior leadership and boards
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Strengthens IT control environments through IT SOX, SOC 1 & SOC 2 programs
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Designs privacy frameworks aligned with GDPR and DPDPA, enhancing organizational trust
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Builds scalable, repeatable risk and compliance processes that improve audit quality
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Mentors teams and fosters a culture of discipline, curiosity, and continuous improvement
Interests & Personality

Dipesh brings creativity and discipline to his leadership style, shaped by interests in dramatics, filmmaking, and martial arts. These pursuits sharpen his ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, remain adaptable, and approach challenges with structured thinking.

This balance of creativity and rigor reflects in his professional approach- helping clients navigate complex technology risks with clarity and confidence.

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Qualifications & Certifications
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • MBA – Information Systems & Security
  • Post Graduate Diploma – Cyber Laws
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Areas of Expertise
  • Privacy (GDPR, DPDPA)
  • Cybersecurity & IT Governance
  • IT SOX and Controls Compliance
  • SOC 1 & SOC 2 Reporting
  • Business Continuity & Resilience Planning
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Industry Focus
  • BFSI
  • NBFCs
  • Manufacturing
  • Aviation
  • Telecom