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TOP RATED Freelancer | 10+ Years of Experience | Your Trusted Compliance Partner 75+ clients served all with 5 * ratings They call me "Mr. Compliance"—and for good reason. While you focus on growing your business, I take care of everything compliance-related, ensuring you meet industry standards and win more deals with confidence. Whether it's SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, CMMC, or FedRAMP, I make compliance effortless so you can unlock new opportunities without the hassle. Why Clients Trust Me: - Seamless Compliance: I simplify audits, security assessments, and certifications—no stress, no delays. - Growth-Driven Compliance: Compliance isn’t just a checkbox; it’s a competitive advantage. I help shorten sales cycles by getting you audit-ready fast. - End-to-End Support: From policies to risk assessments, vendor due diligence, and security questionnaires—I handle it all. - vCISO Services: Need expert guidance but not ready for a full-time CISO? I offer affordable virtual CISO (vCISO) solutions tailored to your business. - Security Strategy & TPRM: Managing third-party risks? Struggling with cloud or endpoint security? I’ve got you covered. - Maximizing Compliance Tools: Already using Vanta, Drata, Hyperproof, or Scrut but unsure what’s next? Let’s optimize your investment. Proactive, not reactive. I don’t just tick boxes—I future-proof your security and compliance programs. ** Tools & Frameworks: 🔹 Tools Expertise: JIRA, Vanta, Hyperproof, Drata, ServiceNow, AWS, Confluence, Archer, Scrut Automation 🔹 Compliance Frameworks: ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, NIST, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, CMMC, TPRM, and more 📢 Ready to Make Compliance Work for You? Click "Invite" to connect, and let's build a stronger, more secure, and audit-ready business together. ⚠️ Note: If you're not fully committed to compliance or tend to be unresponsive, I may not be the right fit. I prioritize working with businesses serious about security and compliance success.

Stop letting compliance block your enterprise sales deals. You have built a great product, but your biggest prospects enterprises, healthcare providers, and banks won't sign the contract until they see your ISO 27001 certificate or SOC 2 Type II report. You don't need a checklist or a template library. You need a strategic partner who can fast-track your audit readiness so you can focus on closing deals. I am a Fractional CISO and Lead Auditor specializing in turning compliance into a competitive advantage for high-growth startups and established enterprises. I don't just "write policies"; I architect the security infrastructure that builds trust with your customers. 🚀 THE "AUDIT-READY" BLUEPRINT I integrate seamlessly with your team (Slack/Teams) to deliver: SOC 2 & ISO 27001 Readiness: From Gap Analysis to Final Audit in 12-16 weeks. Automated Compliance (Vanta/Drata): I configure your Vanta, Drata, or Secureframe instance to automate 80% of evidence collection, saving your engineers hundreds of hours. AI Governance (ISO 42001): Future-proof your AI products against the EU AI Act and NIST AI RMF. Vendor Risk Management: I handle those 100-question security questionnaires from your clients so you don't have to. 🏆 WHY CLIENTS HIRE ME 100% Audit Pass Rate: I have guided 50+ companies through successful external audits. Commercial Focus: I prioritize controls that unblock revenue without slowing down your dev team. Certified Expert: Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, 27001, 14001, 45001. 🛠 TECH STACK Governance: Vanta, Drata, Sprinto, Secureframe. Cloud: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud (GCP). Frameworks: ISO 27001:2022, SOC 2 Type I & II, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 42001 (AI). 🗣 WHAT CLIENTS SAY "Heena didn't just get us certified; she helped us close a $2M deal with a Fortune 500 bank by handling the security diligence personally." — CEO, FinTech Series B Next Step: If you have an audit deadline approaching or a sales deal stuck in security review, click the "Invite" button. Let's get you audit-ready.

Are you preparing for SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, CMMC, GDPR, HIPAA, AI Governance, or customer security assessments? I help organizations build, assess, and operationalize Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC), Privacy, AI Governance, and Security Assurance programs that satisfy regulatory requirements while enabling business growth. With 27+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, and technology leadership, I have advised startups, SaaS providers, FinTechs, AI companies, enterprises, and government suppliers across the US, UK, UAE, and APAC regions. My expertise includes: ✓ ISO 27001 Lead Auditor ✓ SOC 2 Readiness & Audit Support ✓ NIST CSF, NIST 800-171 & CMMC ✓ AI Governance & AI Risk Management ✓ GDPR, Privacy Programs & Data Protection ✓ Vendor Risk Management & Third-Party Assessments ✓ Security Assurance & Customer Trust Programs ✓ Risk Management Framework Design ✓ Internal Audits & Compliance Assessments ✓ Security Questionnaires & Enterprise Customer Reviews ✓ Policy, Standards & Control Development ✓ Virtual CISO & Fractional GRC Leadership Typical engagements include: • SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness assessments • Security program development and implementation • AI governance and regulatory readiness programs • Enterprise security questionnaire and customer trust support • Vendor risk management and third-party assurance • NIST and CMMC compliance roadmaps • Internal audits and control effectiveness reviews • Compliance automation and GRC platform implementation • Board and executive risk reporting Beyond consulting, I regularly mentor startups, advise technology leaders, and speak on cybersecurity, privacy, governance, and AI risk management topics. My approach is pragmatic and business-focused: helping organizations establish sustainable compliance programs that improve security, accelerate customer trust, and support growth. If you need an experienced advisor who can bridge security, compliance, technology, and business objectives, I would be happy to discuss your goals.

You're not just looking for a consultant — you're looking for someone who's been inside the room where the decisions get made. I'm a Chartered Accountant with 20+ years across internal audit, enterprise risk, and finance advisory — including a Manager role at PwC and senior positions at Landmark Group in Dubai, where I built a retail audit methodology from scratch and later managed treasury at corporate group level. What I do on Upwork: 🔹 Internal Audit & IFC/SOX Advisory — Risk-based audit planning, process reviews, control gap analysis, IFC documentation, and audit committee reporting. I've delivered cross-border engagements across UAE, USA, Australia, Egypt, Nigeria, and more. 🔹 Research & Feasibility Study: through inhouse propreity tool pulling data from multiple global databse helping GTM strategies at feasability stage. 🔹 Risk Assessment & Compliance — Enterprise risk registers, risk heat maps, control frameworks. I help leadership teams see blind spots before they become problems. 🔹 CFO-lite Advisory — Senior financial thinking for growing SMEs without a full-time CFO. Cash flow, financial controls, and board-ready reporting. 🔹 Training & Instruction — Designed and delivered multi-day bootcamps across Big Four client offices, 50+ virtual training sessions and guest lectures at the National Forensic Sciences University (India) and ITS School of Management (India). My style is to simplify concepts and connect with real-world examples. 🔹 Presentations & Dashboards — Investor decks, board packs, audit committee reports, and management dashboards. Clear, sharp, decision-ready. If you need clarity on where your business stands — let's talk.

I am a CAMS-certified AML/KYC specialist and Merkle Science Certified Crypto Investigator (CCI) with 12+ years of experience across Big4 advisory, regulatory audits and hands-on AML/CFT program implementation for banks, NBFCs, fintechs, DNFBPs, VASPs and MSBs. I help organisations design and strengthen AML/CFT frameworks that stand up to regulatory inspections, audits and institutional due diligence, particularly across environments aligned with FATF standards. My core experience is built primarily in India and the UAE (RBI, SEBI, FIU-IND, CBUAE) and I support global clients by applying FATF-aligned methodologies across jurisdictions including the US, UK, EU, Canada and Australia. I focus on practical, regulator-aligned solutions - not theoretical frameworks. Clients I have worked with have achieved clean regulatory reviews, passed institutional due diligence audits and successfully completed FIU registrations across multiple jurisdictions. I have supported clients in: - Helped clients reduce identified compliance gaps by 30-40% through structured gap assessments and remediation programs - Preparing for regulatory inspections and audits - Strengthening KYC, transaction monitoring and sanctions frameworks - Building AML programs from the ground up When Clients Engage Me - Conducting independent AML reviews and preparing for regulatory inspections. - Setting up AML compliance for fintechs, MSBs or crypto exchanges. - Fixing weaknesses in KYC, EDD or transaction monitoring systems. - Responding to audit findings or investor due diligence. - Building AML frameworks for new or scaling regulated businesses. Core AML/KYC Compliance Services AML/CFT Programs & Risk Management - AML/CFT program design and implementation (FATF-aligned). - AML risk assessments, gap analysis and remediation planning. - Policy, procedure & SOP drafting tailored to regulatory environments. - Fractional / Interim Compliance Officer support. KYC / EDD / Sanctions Screening - KYC / KYB / CDD / EDD framework design. - Sanctions & PEP screening - OFAC/SDN, UN, EU, UK HMT. - Transaction monitoring program design and optimisation. - SAR / STR reporting frameworks. - Wolfsberg CBDDQ & correspondent banking due diligence. - OSINT-based investigations (UBO, directors, entities). Audit, Reporting & Regulatory Support - Independent AML/CFT audits and compliance testing. - FIU registration consulting (FIU-IND, MSB frameworks, advisory support globally). - Regulatory reporting reviews (SAR/STR, CTR, record-keeping). - Multi-jurisdiction AML advisory using FATF methodology. - Institutional investor AML due diligence support. Emerging & Digital Asset Compliance - AML frameworks for crypto exchanges and VASPs (FATF Rec. 15 aligned). - FIU-IND VDA SP registration advisory. - Travel Rule compliance gap assessments (FATF Rec. 16). - KYC / EDD frameworks for high-risk digital asset clients. Why Clients Choose Me - CAMS-certified AML specialist with Big4 foundation. - Deep financial crimes compliance experience + global applicability. - Strong expertise across banking and fintech environments, with a growing practice in crypto/VASP compliance. - Practical, audit-ready deliverables aligned with regulatory expectations. - Clear scoping, transparent communication and reliable execution. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q: Can you support clients across the globe? Yes. I apply FATF-aligned AML frameworks globally and adapt them to jurisdiction-specific requirements. Where needed, I work alongside local legal/regulatory experts. Q: What does an AML audit include? A full operational audit covers AML governance, KYC/CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, SAR/STR reporting, record-keeping, training and internal controls - with a structured remediation plan. Q: Do you support crypto and VASP compliance? Yes. I support AML framework design, VDA SP registration, FATF Rec. 15 compliance and Travel Rule readiness for crypto businesses. Q: What deliverables can I expect? AML policies, risk assessments, audit reports, KYC frameworks, SAR/STR templates, training materials and regulatory documentation. Core Skills: AML compliance consultant | KYC expert | CAMS certified | Financial crime compliance | FATF compliance | OFAC sanctions | FinCEN AML | MSB compliance | Crypto AML consultant | Transaction monitoring | SAR reporting | EDD | KYB | Compliance officer | AML audit | FIU registration | Fintech compliance | Blockchain AML | Regulatory compliance | RBI compliance | CBUAE compliance | AML program review | Compliance gap assessment | VASP AML | VDA SP compliance | Beneficial ownership | Wolfsberg Group | AML/CFT framework | Virtual asset compliance | Digital asset AML Looking for a compliance partner who delivers practical, regulator-ready solutions with integrity? Invite me to your project or send a message. I respond within 24 hours with a clear, honest assessment of how I can help!

I am an accomplished risk management professional with extensive experience managing Third Party risk management (TPRM) from onboarding to offboarding of all vendors, Vendor risk management covering Cyber Security, Data Privacy and Information security, Risk management, Risk assessment, Designing TPRM framework, Third Party, Risk Assurance, Contract Review/Due Diligence, Procurement Governance/Assurance Review, Project Management, Stakeholder management, My expertise spans across designing and implementing comprehensive TPRM frameworks, overseeing risk assessments, and managing vendor-related activities. Core Competencies: a) Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM): I lead and oversee the entire risk assessment and due diligence process for third-party vendors. This includes managing the onboarding processes and checklists to ensure thorough risk evaluations. I design and implement detailed TPRM project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and milestones to ensure effective risk management. b) Vendor and Contract Management: My role involves handling contract management processes for hardware and software, including new contracts, amendments, and renewals. I coordinate with external vendors, internal stakeholders, and legal teams to ensure timely contract execution and issue resolution. c) Stakeholder Engagement: I engage with key stakeholders from various departments and external vendors to ensure smooth communication and collaboration throughout the risk management process. I manage expectations and provide direction on risk assessments and non-compliance issues. d) Risk Assessment and Audits: I conduct comprehensive risk assessments and audits focusing on people, processes, and technology. My work includes identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and providing recommendations for enhancing policies and standards. e) Reporting and Process Improvement: I create regular reports on the status of third-party assessments, highlighting roadblocks and key issues to management and stakeholders. I have successfully implemented process improvements, such as transitioning quarterly scorecard activities from manual processes to Google Forms to minimize errors and enhance efficiency. f) Team Leadership and Development: I lead and develop teams of TPRM specialists and consultants, providing knowledge sharing, training, and motivation. I manage projects, stakeholder presentations, and client relationships to drive successful outcomes.