Welcome! I’m Sumit Kundle Senior Cybersecurity Advisor | IT/OT Risk Specialist | Tech Career Mentor I have a passion for helping tech professionals accelerate their careers, master their daily productivity, and navigate the high-stakes world of cybersecurity. 🛡️ Professional Journey Since starting my career in 2016, I’ve intentionally navigated multiple high-stakes industries to build a robust, 360-degree view of security and technology. Current Role: Senior Cybersecurity Advisor specializing in complex IT/OT risks at BC Hydro. Critical Infrastructure: Secured transit networks as an OT Cybersecurity Specialist for SkyTrain. Vendor Operations: Delivered cutting-edge solutions on the vendor side with Fortinet. Corporate & Financial Sectors: Built my foundational expertise in the financial, telecommunications, and corporate legal sectors with TD Bank and Bell Canada. ⚙️ Core Competencies My technical foundation is backed by industry-standard certifications, including the CISSP, and spans across: Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) IT/OT Risk Assessments & Architecture Hands-on Cybersecurity Operations Strategic Advisory for Large-Scale Public Sector Projects 🚀 The Philosophy: Thriving in Tech Succeeding in tech requires more than just technical skills—it requires a bulletproof system. The industry is notorious for burnout. Balancing a demanding senior role while simultaneously building software applications, creating content for TechFortHQ, and pursuing continuous personal growth requires serious optimization. That is why I combine my technical industry experience with practical life coaching and proven productivity frameworks to help you build a sustainable routine. 🤝 Who I Help I am here to guide you if you are: The Aspiring Professional: A student or junior IT professional trying to break into the highly competitive cybersecurity field. The Transitioner: A professional looking to pivot from general IT into specialized OT security or GRC roles. The Overworked Techie: A tech worker experiencing burnout who needs to build a sustainable daily productivity system to balance work, life, and side projects. 📈 Let's Build Your Action Plan Whether you need a brutal resume review, technical interview preparation, or a step-by-step roadmap to scale your career without sacrificing your time, I can help you get there. [Link to Mentorship Services / Calendar] Check out my mentorship services, find a time that works for you, and let’s start building your action plan!