Bharath
Kumar B

Lead Information Security Engineer
Azure Cloud Architect · CEH Certified · DevSecOps

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Bharath Kumar B
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Wells Fargo July 2019 – Present
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Hyderabad, India Available for remote roles
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bharath.baggavarapu21@gmail.com Primary Contact
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+91 8978255911 Mobile
AZ-204 CEH DevSecOps Cloud Architect Azure PaaS
About Me

Security-first engineering at scale

Certified Azure Cloud Architect (AZ-204) and CEH-certified Information Security Professional with 13+ years of experience in web development, cloud computing, and cybersecurity across healthcare, insurance, pharmaceutical, gaming, and banking domains.

Holds a Master's in Computer Applications from Osmania University. Expert in Secure SDLC, application security, risk & compliance management, and secure architecture implementation.

Proven success in leading enterprise security initiatives, driving policy development, and embedding secure coding practices across development teams — from SAST tools to AI-powered threat analysis.

Healthcare Banking Insurance Pharmaceutical Gaming
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Application Security Champion
Expert in SAST (Fortify, Checkmarx), threat modelling, ThreadFix, and Software Composition Analysis with Black Duck.
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Cloud & DevSecOps Leader
Skilled in building secure CI/CD pipelines with Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps. Manages Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform & Ansible.
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IAM & Compliance Expert
Strong experience in Identity & Access Management and regulatory compliance, including EMR/EHR certifications (CCHIT, ICSA Labs).
Technical Skills

Technologies & Expertise

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Languages & Frameworks
ASP.NETC# ASP.NET MVC.NET Core PythonJavaScript jQueryKnockout JS CSS3
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Cloud & Infrastructure
Microsoft Azure PaaS Azure IaaS OpenShift PCF Docker Kubernetes Terraform Ansible
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Security Tools
Fortify (SAST) Checkmarx Black Duck (SCA) ThreadFix Cloud Qualys SonarQube HCP Vault
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DevOps & CI/CD
Azure DevOps Jenkins GitHub Harness Artifactory UCD Git Actions TFS
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Data & Monitoring
SQL Server Oracle Splunk AppDynamics AutoSys EPL/EPLX
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Soft Skills & Methods
Agile/Scrum Strategic Planning API Design Technical Leadership Cybersecurity Decision-making
Experience

Career Journey

Wells Fargo
Lead Information Security Engineer
Feb 2025 – Present Current
  • Led large-scale application technology transformation initiatives — migrating legacy apps from on-premise to cloud (PCF), containerization via OpenShift, and enterprise SQL database migrations ensuring scalability and business continuity.
  • Strengthened system security by implementing advanced encryption techniques and multi-factor authentication mechanisms.
  • Collaborated with data and DevOps teams to design scalable data pipelines for a cyber data lake generating actionable insights.
  • Presented Generative AI use cases at cybersecurity forums, identifying efficiency opportunities and supporting secure, cost-effective adoption strategies.
  • Owned full-cycle development of cybersecurity-focused applications with secure CI/CD workflows, containerized deployments, and embedded security checks; served as interim Scrum Master.
Micro Services.NET Core OpenShiftPython/Django Tachyon Gen AIHarness Cloud QualysBlackduck SonarQube
Wells Fargo
Senior Information Security Engineer
Feb 2022 – Jan 2025
  • Developed data governance, quality, and security strategies aligned with regulatory and business standards in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Oversaw Agile adoption within cross-functional cybersecurity teams, driving CI/CD practices that reduced release cycles and accelerated secure feature deployment.
  • Owned complete deployment lifecycle managing Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines from testing to production; drove DevSecOps with security reviews and compliance processes.
  • Automated routine maintenance tasks using Azure DevOps Integration, delivering significant weekly time savings. Facilitated PCF cloud migration with zero downtime and 100% data integrity.
ASP.NET MVCSQL Server Web APIAzure DevOps PCFSonarQube QualysSD Elements
Wells Fargo
Information Security Engineer
July 2019 – Jan 2022
  • Streamlined deployment processes using Docker, reducing rollout times and enabling quicker feature updates.
  • Revamped application support documentation and guided junior engineers through a structured mentorship program, cultivating a high-performing team.
  • Conducted risk assessments and vulnerability analysis through application health monitoring to identify security weaknesses and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Enhanced security policies and compliance documentation, implementing remediation measures that minimized risks and improved audit readiness.
ASP.NET MVCWeb API Azure DevOpsDevSecOps QualysArtifactory
Accenture | H&B Insurance Solutions
Application Development Senior Analyst
June 2017 – July 2019
  • Designed, built, and configured SPA applications meeting business process and application requirements; collaborated with Business Analysts for requirements and delivered release management.
ASP.NET MVCKnockout JS SQL ServerWeb API KenticoAzure IaaS
Wipro Limited | Microsoft Gaming & Novartis
Senior Software Engineer
Apr 2015 – May 2017
  • Application migration, server migration, and enhancements for Microsoft MSN gaming products. Managed application maintenance and support with incident management.
  • Gathered requirements, designed, and delivered solutions alongside stakeholders and the team on time.
ASP.NET MVCSQL Server Web APIAzure IaaS OracleJavaScript
ICrea Infotech | DOXEMR Podiatry Product
Senior Software Engineer
Apr 2012 – Apr 2015
  • Application migration, enhancements, and maintenance for healthcare EMR products. Communicated with clients, gathered requirements, and delivered solutions with the team on time.
ASP.NET MVCSQL Server ASP.NETJavaScript Agile
Certifications

Professional Credentials

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Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
Microsoft · AZ-204
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
EC-Council
Awards

Achievements & Recognition

Wells Fargo · 2022
Technology Spotlight – Best Innovation Award
For Azure DevOps Integration initiative
Wells Fargo · 2023
Top Achiever of the Year
Annual performance recognition
Wells Fargo · 2024
Manager Spotlight Award
Outstanding performance recognition
Accenture
Account Automation & Innovation Award
Development of resource management dashboard
Accenture
CSR Award
Corporate Social Responsibility – Old age home & orphanage support
Wipro Limited
Best Team Player
Pharma products maintenance & support
ICrea Infotech
Innovative Coder Award
codeGiz Contest winner
Education

Academic Background

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Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
Osmania University, Telangana
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Bachelor of Sciences (B.Sc.)
Osmania University, Telangana
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12th Grade
BIE, Andhra Pradesh
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SSC (10th Grade)
BSE, Andhra Pradesh
Contact

Let's Connect

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Email
bharath.baggavarapu21@gmail.com
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Phone
+91 8978255911
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Location
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
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Website
bbharathkumar.com