Harry Kamlesh

Kamlesh is a distinguished leader currently serving as a Director of Group Fraud Risk Management, Payments & Digital at leading global bank. With a rich background in Payment Fraud and Cyber Information Security risk management, he boasts extensive expertise cultivated across the global financial services landscape.

Kamlesh has also played a pivotal role as a Functional Architect for Fraud Surveillance at a global German bank. Notably, he also spearheaded the development of a ground-breaking Payment Fraud Risk Assessment offering at a private equity consulting firm, which continues to be indispensable in assisting clients in fortifying their defences against payment fraud.

Kamlesh's illustrious career includes over 13 years at a global tier 1 US bank, where he excelled in various leadership roles spanning Technology, Client Support Services, Cybersecurity, and Payment Fraud functions. He was instrumental in devising comprehensive fraud risk controls for the EMEA CIB Wholesale Banking business, offering invaluable advisory services to client-side Board Executives to bolster their business controls and accelerate Cyber Security Education and Awareness programs.

With a global footprint, Kamlesh has held key positions in the United States, South Africa and U.K., overseeing technology, security, and risk functions for global tier 1 banks. His unwavering dedication to maintaining secure and stable business operating environments has earned him acclaim throughout his career.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Kamlesh is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) who passionately invests his time in nurturing Cyber and Fraud prevention skills among students and vulnerable communities, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of cybersecurity and fostering a safer digital ecosystem.