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Bhagirath KS
About me
Strategic Ethics & Compliance Leader with 15+ years of global experience in white-collar crime investigations, financial crime compliance, anti-bribery programs, and
forensic advisory. Proven track record in leading complex, high-stakes investigations and advising boards and senior leadership on governance, risk, and compliance strategies. Adept at transforming risk and assurance frameworks, strengthening corporate integrity, and fostering resilient GRC ecosystems across industries. Skilled in leveraging AI/ML, cyber-risk intelligence, and forensic analytics to preempt and mitigate high-impact threats. Recognized for driving multimillion-dollar forensic and compliance engagements while steering organizations toward a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical governance.
Ethics and Compliance Investigations Leader
Chronicles of uncovering truth!
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Led and closed high-stakes investigations globally, exposing multimillion-dollar corruption, fraud, and money laundering schemes, with a consistent record of substantiated cases across multiple sectors.
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Spearheaded complex white-collar crime reviews for Fortune 500 firms, resolving executive-level integrity and compliance issues, and protecting whistleblowers to drive a culture of transparency.
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Directed forensic engagements for leading organizations, securing recoveries worth millions and consistently strengthening internal controls through targeted audits and compliance reviews.
500+
$10 Mn+
$65 Mn+
50+
Ethics & Compliance Investigations resolved.
Recoveries in substantiated cases.
Worth of business engagements delivered.
White papers and presentations published.
I was privileged to have worked with KS during my assignment in Kazakhstan. KS is a versatile forensic investigations professional; KS was ready and willing to deliver outstanding results from day 1 and I had no regret having KS in my team. KS possesses a learner's mindset and he is a self-driven professional. Apart from his technical skills, KS has a very good people management skill. Well done KS for your contributions to the team and I wish you all the best in your future activities.
Abayomi Oyebefun, Shell
Audit Forge Initiative
AI AuditForge is a dynamic focus group dedicated to exploring cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in the fields of cybersecurity, audit, risk, compliance, and investigations. Our mission is to drive innovation through in-depth research, collaborative discussion, and expert analysis. By drafting insightful white papers, presenting groundbreaking ideas at leading conferences, and issuing regular newsletters, AI AuditForge serves as a hub for thought leadership and industry transformation.
Our group brings together professionals and thought leaders from various domains to advance best practices and enhance resilience in the face of evolving digital threats. At AI AuditForge, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, shaping the future of digital risk management and assurance.
Mission Statement:
To explore and advance innovative technologies in cybersecurity, audit, risk, compliance, and investigations through research, collaboration, and thought leadership.
Vision Statement:
To be a global leader in shaping the future of digital security and assurance through AI-driven insights and groundbreaking solutions. I do.
Base Location
Hyderabad, India
Phone
+91 9030022089
