Ajay Pillai

Head – IT, Digital Assurance & AI Automation

Ajay Pillai is the Head of IT at SGCO & Co. LLP, leading the firm’s Technology Infrastructure, Information Security, and Digital Transformation Initiatives. He also spearheads the firm’s AI and Automation Initiatives across multiple Verticals, driving Innovation, process Efficiency, and Next-Generation Service Delivery.

He holds an MCA and multiple Advanced Certifications, including CISSP (Security Assessment & Testing and Security Operations), Microsoft AI Engineer Certification, AWS Certification, Digital Security Fundamentals, and Ethical Hacking & Cyber Security, reflecting his deep expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, and emerging Technologies.

Ajayakumar brings strong capabilities in integrating Technology with Audit and Compliance functions, with a focus on building secure, scalable, and efficient systems.

His key areas of expertise include:

• IT General Controls (ITGC) and Internal Financial Controls (IFC) Audits
• IT Audit and Information Systems Assurance
• Cybersecurity Assessment, Risk Management, and Security Operations
• AI-led Automation and Process Transformation across Business Verticals
• IT Infrastructure Governance and Cloud Technologies (AWS, Microsoft ecosystem)
• Regulatory Compliance and Technology Risk Frameworks

With a strategic and forward-looking approach, Ajayakumar plays a critical role in enhancing Automation, Data Security, and Digital Capabilities, helping the firm and its clients stay aligned with evolving Technological and Regulatory Landscapes.