Mansi Thapliyal

MANSI THAPLIYAL Data Analyst | Consultant | Business Intelligence | Python | Machine Learning Sprengel Str. 12, 13353 Berlin, Germany-Phone No. - linkedin.com/in/mansi-thapliyal PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented and motivated IT and Data Science professional currently pursuing an MSc in Data Science, AI, and Digital Business. Experienced in Cyber and IT Risk Consulting at Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, leading SOC audits and IT security assessments to enhance client compliance and risk management. Proficient in ISO 27001, GDPR, and regulatory frameworks, ensuring robust security postures for organizations. Previously worked as a Business Development Counsellor at PlanetSpark, where I strengthened client engagement and team leadership, driving a 20% increase in course adoption and consistently exceeding sales targets. Passionate about data analysis, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making, with hands-on expertise in Python, SQL, and data visualization. Known for proactive stakeholder engagement, analytical problem-solving, and a strategic mindset. Seeking opportunities to contribute to IT risk, compliance, and data-driven projects in a technology-driven environment. SKILLS AND INTERESTS Technical Proficiency: Python, SQL, data visualization, JIRA, Matplotlib, Azure, M365, Business Intelligence Risk & Compliance: Internal Audit, Regulatory Compliance, IT Risk, ISO27001, GDPR, SOC Compliance Communication & Collaboration: Stakeholder coordination, team collaboration, proactive engagement Languages: English (Business Professional/ C1), German (Intermediary/ B1), Hindi (Native) Interests: Internal audit, compliance frameworks, digital transformation, boxing, travelling, swimming EXPERIENCE Grant Thornton Bharat LLP Gurgaon, India Dec 2021 – Mar 2024 Consultant- Cyber and IT Risk (Promoted from Senior Associate to Consultant within one year in Dec 2022) ▪ Assessed IT Processes in order to identify key risks and controls, and conducted attestation & assurance SOC 1(SSAE18, ISAE 3402), SOC2, ITAC, IFC and internal audit. ▪ Served as an auditing consultant and performed Onsite and Online SOC audits (SOC1 & SOC2), IT General Controls, IT Risk Assessment, Data Centre Assessment, Vendor Risk Assessment, Physical and Environmental Security Assessment and Network Security in several leading Indian, European & US companies in different sectors, including FMCG, IT/ITES, NBFCs, Financial Institutions and SaaS providers. ▪ Designed and optimized workflows, reducing incident response times by 20% and increasing scalability. ▪ Identifying issues with control implementation & execution and escalating them to management through the established escalation path. ▪ Developed and led regular training/awareness programs to train and educate process and control owners on internal controls. ▪ Provided ongoing compliance guidance and Gap Assessment to clients such as HCL Tech, EXL, Hero Moto Corp etc regarding SOC, ISO 27001, COSO, GDPR, HIPAA etc PlanetSpark Gurgaon, India Sep 2021 – Dec 2021 Business Development Counsellor ▪ Delivered detailed product knowledge to clients, achieving a 25% increase in course adoption by aligning solutions with clients’ educational needs. ▪ Trained and led a team of 15 people, enhancing team productivity and surpassing weekly targets by 30%. ▪ Actively engaged in client interactions to understand their needs and provide customized solutions, strengthening customer satisfaction and retention. EDUCATION GISMA University of Applied Sciences Potsdam, Germany. Apr 2024 - Present MSc Data Science, AI and Digital Business ▪ Developed ‘PathFinder’, AI tool to find sustainable jobs, collaborated with professor on sustainable business solutions. ▪ Term Deposit Subscription- Analysed term deposit subscription data using Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Seaborn and Scikit learn. Focus areas include Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), data manipulation, data visualisation and machine learning skills to generate actionable business insights. Delhi Technological University Delhi, India Aug 2018- Jun 2021 B.A.(Hons) Economics ▪ Conducted India-China trade growth analysis using E-views, reporting on trade patterns, liberalization impacts and exports. CERTIFICATIONS ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ISO 27001: 2022 Lead Auditor Google Analytics Introduction to Data Science for Business Introduction to Data Analytics with Python Data Science Research Methods using Python Programming