Rakesh Venugopal is a CISM-certified GRC leader with over 12 years of experience optimizing security programs in complex environments. Currently a Risk and Compliance SME at Dish Network, he oversees Third-Party Risk Management for a portfolio of over 2000 vendors. Rakesh excels at operationalizing governance, having led enterprise-wide GRC platform integrations and implemented risk-based prioritization frameworks. A recognized expert in emerging technology, he serves as an ISACA SME Reviewer, contributing to the Advanced in AI Security Management (AAISM) and CISM curriculums.