Risk Management is an organization's strategic asset. ARMSS is here to drive Risk Management Transformation.

 Solomon Nallathambi, CEO of ARMSS, served as HSBC Regional Head of Digital, Technology, and Cyber Risks & Controls within MENAT Enterprise Risk Management. His extensive leadership experience includes former roles as Head of Assurance in a Global HSBC Remediation Project and Regional Senior Manager of IT Audit for MENAT Regional Internal Audit. 

An expert in Enterprise Risk Management, Solomon guides strategic initiatives across technology, cybersecurity, and audit functions, significantly enhancing business operational resilience in diverse industries.

• Enterprise Risk Management: Expert in establishing robust frameworks for managing enterprise-wide risks, enhancing operational and technological resilience.
• Advanced Technology and Cybersecurity: Leads digital and cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring cutting-edge defense mechanisms against emerging threats.
• Strategic Leadership and Global Impact: Advises senior management and drives business strategic projects that significantly improve operational resilience. 

With over 25 years of experience across various senior roles, Shailaja brings unparalleled expertise in audit, risk management, and internal control. She has held key positions, including General Manager of Audit and Assurance, Country Head of Audit, and Senior Vice President of Audit. 

• Stakeholder Management: Ensuring clear, focused delivery of assurance reviews.
• Banking Framework Expertise: Deep understanding of off-shore activities and internal control.
• Internal Audit Efficiency: Streamlining audit processes for maximum effectiveness.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across all functions.
• Risk Management: Proactively managing risk within the bank's appetite and tolerance thresholds, focusing on minimizing exposure.

Mohamed brings a wealth of experience in managing digital banking services, technology, and cyber risk controls. Having held roles such as Regional Technology Chief Control Officer and Branch Operations Head, his deep understanding of both physical and digital controls sets him apart. 

• Technology & Cyber Risk Controls: Comprehensive management of Level-1 and Level-2 controls.
• Incident Analysis: Expertise in analyzing incidents and linking them to risks, controls, and root causes.
• Extreme Risk Scenarios: Conducting scenario analyses to assess the maximum impact of critical risk events.
• Risk and Control Assessments: Following rigorous frameworks and guidelines for accurate risk management.
• Training & Leadership: Leading IT risk meetings and training staff at all levels on key risks and controls.

With over 30 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, Vilas is a seasoned expert in risk management frameworks. He has served as a virtual CISO and has a proven track record of working internationally across the US, UK, Japan, Malaysia, and India. 

• Virtual CISO Expertise: Providing leadership in cybersecurity for a US bank and across global regions.
• Compliance Mastery: Proficient in compliance assessments, including GDPR, ISO standards, SOC-1, SOC-2, HIPAA, and NIST.
• Certification Support: Helping clients achieve certifications and successfully implement security programs.
• Third-Party Risk: Conducting thorough assessments to manage and mitigate third-party risks.

Based in Dubai, Job Sathya Simons brings over 20 years of experience as a senior finance professional, offering specialized consultancy services to companies in industries like construction, trading, and oil & gas. 

• Corporate Finance: Expertise in managing financial strategies and ensuring corporate financial health.
• Financial Planning & Risk Compliance: Providing robust planning and risk management solutions tailored to client needs.
• Accounting & Auditing: Comprehensive experience in accounting practices, auditing, and financial reporting.
• Consultative Mindset: A strategic, analytical approach focused on aligning financial insights with client goals.
• Credentials: Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). Commerce Graduate with a strong foundation in finance and compliance.

With over 16 years in the banking industry, Arindam serves as the Regional Senior Manager (VP) at HSBC, leading key initiatives in the MENA region. 

• Credit Risk and IFRS9: Directs the IFRS9 and credit risk stress testing, ensuring compliance and strategic oversight.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborates with regional CFOs and CROs, providing crucial insights for strategic decisions.
• Regulatory Interactions: Liaises with global and regional regulators on stress testing and risk management.
• Financial Crime Risk: Expert in detecting financial crimes, including AML and fraudulent transactions.
• Data and Analytical Skills: Skilled in data analytics using SAS, SQL, Python, enhancing decision-making.

With over 25 years in risk management, audit, and financial accounting, our Chartered Accountant has shaped financial strategies within globally renowned institutions like HSBC and KPMG. 

• Operational Risk Oversight: Directed policy and advisory within the Middle East, optimizing operational risk frameworks and capital allocation for ICAAP compliance.
• Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis: Executed stress tests and scenario analyses across regions, providing crucial data for strategic planning and risk appetite settings.
• Regulatory Engagement: Liaised with regulators like the PRA, DFSA, and country central banks, enhancing compliance and operational risk governance.
• Internal Controls and Fraud Prevention: Strengthened internal controls and conducted fraud investigations, reducing financial risks and safeguarding assets.
• Audit and Financial Reporting: Supervised financial audits and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international standards.