Nirav Goti has over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, helping organizations across different industries protect themselves from cyber threats. As the Co-Founder and COO of Certbar Security, he plays a key role in delivering cybersecurity solutions and leading the company’s research and development efforts. Nirav’s goal is to make cybersecurity a valuable asset for businesses, ensuring they can securely operate in today’s digital world. Nirav’s path in cybersecurity comes from his strong interest in solving problems and his drive to stay updated with the latest threats. He has worked on significant projects, including ethical hacking and penetration testing for well-known companies in India, Vietnam, and the USA. Nirav also serves as the Chairman of the Cybersecurity Committee at the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI), and he often shares his knowledge at industry events, offering practical advice on cybersecurity practices. In his leadership role, Nirav focuses on encouraging innovation, teamwork, and supporting the development of future cybersecurity professionals. He’s committed to using the best technologies and strategies to help businesses stay secure in an increasingly digital world.
Key Expertise & Areas of Focus
Nirav has hands-on experience in many key areas of cybersecurity, with a focus on helping businesses protect themselves from new and emerging threats. His knowledge and experience in both technical and leadership roles make him a trusted advisor for companies looking to strengthen their security and meet important industry standards.
Specialized Skills:
- Penetration Testing: Carrying out assessments to find and fix security gaps in web applications, networks, and cloud environments.
- Compliance Consulting: Assisting companies in meeting regulations like ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC2, and the DPDP Act.
- Cloud Security Audits: Ensuring security for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud systems.
- Incident Response and Risk Management: Creating plans to handle and reduce the damage from security incidents.
- Security Architecture & Threat Intelligence: Designing security systems that help predict and prevent cyberattacks.
Nirav has worked with clients in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and government, providing tailored solutions that fit their specific security requirements.
Leadership & Vision for the Future
Nirav Goti sees cybersecurity not just as a way to protect systems and data but as something that can also drive business growth and innovation. Under his leadership, Certbar Security has been working closely with businesses to provide practical and tailored security services that can keep up with the changing landscape of cyber threats.
Nirav’s leadership combines strategic planning with hands-on involvement. He encourages teamwork within Certbar and works closely with clients to create security solutions that not only address current threats but also prepare for future challenges. His efforts have helped Certbar expand its services, including areas like AI-based threat detection, and have allowed businesses to use cloud and IoT technologies safely.
Looking ahead, Nirav is focused on growing Certbar’s reach in markets like the US and UK. He’s also dedicated to supporting cybersecurity education and helping to close the talent gap in the field by mentoring new professionals and sharing his knowledge through public talks and training programs.