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\u201cClarity amidst complexity, resilience amidst uncertainty.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Guided by this belief, Ankush has built his career on transforming risks into opportunities for resilience and growth.<\/p>\n

A Chartered Accountant who cleared the exam at the young age of 21<\/strong>, Ankush\u2019s entry into the profession was inspired by his mother\u2019s dream. While becoming a CA fulfilled her vision, his own passion leaned towards technology<\/strong> \u2014 a pursuit that naturally drew him into the world of Technology Risk Advisory<\/strong>, where he could combine his financial foundation with his curiosity for IT.<\/p>\n

Ankush\u2019s professional journey began with his articleship at Dewan P.N. Chopra & Co.<\/strong>, followed by industrial training at Gaursons India<\/strong>, which gave him early exposure to audits, controls, and governance. Over the next 12+ years, his career spanned Wipro Infotech, AXA XL, British Council, Teleperformance, and now Pierag Consulting<\/strong>. As the first employee in Pierag\u2019s Technology Risk practice<\/strong>, Ankush played a pivotal role in building and scaling the service line.<\/p>\n

His career spans both the Indian market and extensive international experience, collaborating with teams across the US, UK, and more than 100 countries<\/strong>. This global exposure has given him a deep understanding of diverse regulatory environments and best practices.<\/p>\n

He has advised enterprises on SOC 1\/SOC 2, HITRUST, PCI DSS, TPRM, and large-scale SOX\/ICOFR programs, with most engagements spanning banking, insurance, telecommunications, and e-commerce industries. From guiding Fortune 100 firms on global SOX programs to enabling India\u2019s largest airline to achieve data privacy compliance, Ankush has consistently delivered outcomes that combine regulatory rigor with business agility, while also leading ERP transformations, cybersecurity frameworks, and global risk advisory programs where he is recognized for bringing clarity and structure to complexity.<\/p>\n

What sets Ankush apart is his visionary approach<\/strong>: he views every engagement not just as a compliance exercise, but as a chance to build trust, transparency, and accountability<\/strong> in the digital age. Colleagues recognize him as a strategist who simplifies complexity, while clients value his ability to embed governance without slowing business momentum.<\/p>\n

Outside work, Ankush embraces the open road, often embarking on road trips across India \u2014 from the mountains to the coasts \u2014 journeys that reflect his resilience, curiosity, and determination to reach new horizons.<\/strong> A passionate coffee lover, his weekends are devoted to family and friends over thoughtful conversations, while weekdays often find him sharing the same enthusiasm for coffee and dialogue with colleagues \u2014 moments that keep him both grounded and inspired.<\/p>\n

What began as fulfilling his mother\u2019s dream has evolved into his own passion for technology. Today, Ankush embodies resilience, foresight, and integrity \u2014 living proof that inherited dreams and personal vision together can create a powerful path forward.<\/p>\n

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