Security Risk Strategist | Physical Security Engineering Expert | Fire & Risk Governance Leader
Mahesh Deshpande is a strategic and client-focused leader with over 15 years of experience in corporate security, risk management, and physical security design. As Senior Manager – Security Risk & Design Consulting at IntelliRisk (IIRIS), he leads large-scale security engineering and governance projects across sectors including banking, IT, hospitality, residential, SEZs, and defence.
A former Indian Air Force professional, Mahesh combines military precision with corporate insight, having built a career that spans security design from greenfield to commissioning, crisis management, and compliance with international standards such as ISO 31000, ISO 27001, OHSAS, and TAPA.
At IIRIS, he oversees technical risk assessments, electronic counter-surveillance (ECS) operations, fire safety audits, and emergency response planning—driving readiness, resilience, and safety for multi-site clients across India. Prior to IIRIS, Mahesh held key roles at Mahindra Special Services Group and HSBC, where he designed and implemented integrated security systems and compliance frameworks for multinational clients.
Academic and Professional Credentials
- Postgraduate in Operations Management
- ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Lead Auditor (ISMS)
- ISO 31000 – Risk Management Implementation
- BS 18001:2007 OHS Management Systems Lead Auditor
- TAPA Certified FSR 2023 Authorized Auditor (AA)
- Diplôme de la Langue Française
Industry Contributions
- Security Design Leadership – Led end-to-end security engineering from threat assessment to commissioning across hospitality, SEZs, and IT parks
- Risk & Compliance Expert – Designed and audited ISO and TAPA-based security governance frameworks
- ECS Specialist – Conducted high-profile electronic counter-surveillance for corporate offices, events, and executive travel
- Crisis & Fire Safety Management – Delivered fire audits, emergency response plans, and evacuation readiness programs
- Mentorship & Capability Building – Designed and delivered training frameworks for risk awareness and operational resilience