New Delhi, Sept. 12 -- The week of September 6-12 witnessed multiple CXO-level changes across the technology sector. Leadership shifts were announced at companies including Cognizant, Cohesity, CloudKeeper, and Thales India. Meanwhile, non-IT firms such as Religare Finvest and Granules India also made strategic appointments, bringing in technology leaders to steer their IT and digital transformation efforts. Here's a roundup:

Cognizant appoints Vishal Salvi as global cybersecurity head

Cognizant has named Vishal Salvi as Senior Vice President and Global Practice Head for its cybersecurity division. Reporting to Annadurai Elango, President of Core Technologies & Insights, Salvi will lead Cognizant's global cybersecurity operations, covering risk management, compliance, threat detection, incident response, and cloud and application security. He will focus on expanding the practice, enhancing offerings across industries, and navigating emerging cyber threats. Salvi joins from Quick Heal Technologies, where he served as CEO. His 30-year career includes senior roles at Infosys, PwC, HDFC Bank, Standard Chartered, and more. He has also contributed to industry bodies, including the Data Security Council of India. Salvi holds degrees in computer science engineering and finance, along with executive programs at Harvard, Stanford, and IIM Ahmedabad. Certified in information security management and data privacy, his expertise is expected to strengthen Cognizant's cybersecurity services amid rising global threats. (Read more)

Cohesity appoints Greg Statton as CTO for APJ region

Cohesity has appointed Greg Statton as Chief Technology Officer for its Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) operations. The newly created role will help steer the company's technology innovation and strategy across the region, supporting growth in key markets such as Japan. Statton will also continue overseeing global initiatives for Cohesity's AI-driven solution, Gaia. He will report to Chief Strategy Officer Sunil Moolchandani. Statton has been with Cohesity for over a decade, holding leadership positions in AI solutions, data architecture, and global technical enablement. Before Cohesity, he worked at Nutanix and Citrix, contributing to engineering, systems development, and product testing. His early career includes roles at Bechtel, where he worked on large infrastructure projects like Google Fiber. His expertise in AI and data management is expected to bolster Cohesity's presence and technology roadmap in the APJ region. (Read more)

CloudKeeper appoints Sanjeev Mittal as CPTO

CloudKeeper has appointed Sanjeev Mittal as Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO), responsible for driving the company's product innovation and cloud optimisation strategies. Based in Singapore, CloudKeeper manages over Rs.1,000 crore in cloud-related business for more than 150 customers, including Zepto, CarDekho, Tata 1mg, and Lenskart. Mittal brings two decades of experience in enterprise software and cloud solutions, having previously led growth at a SaaS APM company acquired by BMC Software. His tenure at AWS, Oracle, Nokia, and Sapient involved developing go-to-market strategies and scaling enterprise cloud solutions. Mittal's expertise in cloud cost management and AI-driven optimisation aligns with CloudKeeper's mission to help businesses navigate technology-driven disruptions. His leadership is expected to enhance product development, support customer success, and strengthen CloudKeeper's competitive edge in cloud management services. (Read more)

Kamal Kishore joins Centricity as Chief AI and Technology Officer

Centricity WealthTech has appointed Kamal Kishore, former Head of AI Engineering at Tata Digital, as its Chief AI and Technology Officer. Kishore will lead technology initiatives with a focus on AI tools and platforms, supporting the company's expansion in domestic and global markets. With over 22 years of experience in sectors including financial services, investment banking, and consumer internet, he has expertise in AI operationalisation, data mesh frameworks, and machine learning pipelines. At Tata Digital, he managed AI projects across commerce and fintech verticals. Kishore's leadership roles at Expedia Group, ThoughtWorks, and S&P Global have shaped technology strategies across India, the US, and the UK. He holds a Master's in Computer Applications and an MIT certificate in Big Data and Analytics. His appointment signals Centricity's commitment to advancing its tech stack and delivering cutting-edge AI-driven wealth management solutions. (Read more)

Thales India appoints Ankur Kanaglekar as vice-president

Thales India has named Ankur Kanaglekar as Vice President for its India operations. Kanaglekar will oversee the company's strategy, operations, and partnerships as it expands its footprint across defence, aerospace, and cyber and digital sectors. He will focus on strengthening local engineering capabilities and fostering industrial collaboration. With 25 years of experience, including 14 years at Boeing India as Executive Director, Kanaglekar led global co-development projects, strategic growth campaigns, and defence platform initiatives. His prior experience spans consulting and large-scale aerospace programs. Kanaglekar holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Pune University, a Master's in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati, and an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad. His appointment reflects Thales's push to enhance innovation and deepen partnerships in India's growing technology and defence markets. (Read more)

GlobalLogic appoints a new Chief Growth & Transformation Officer

Digital engineering firm GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, appointed Siba Satapathy as Chief Growth & Transformation Officer, effective August 11. The move reinforces GlobalLogic's focus on leadership enhancement, business expansion, and delivering innovation that creates positive societal and environmental impact. With over 25 years of experience in Engineering, IT, and Digital Process Outsourcing services, Satapathy has a proven track record in driving growth, revenue, and profitability across industries. At GlobalLogic, he will lead initiatives to scale the company's market presence and support Hitachi's vision of becoming a "True One Hitachi" powered by digital transformation. His expertise will help leverage GlobalLogic's VelocityAI suite, which integrates Gen-AI capabilities into service offerings. Before this role, Satapathy served as Executive Vice President & Sector Head at HCLTech, contributing to strategic acquisitions and serving on multiple boards, further strengthening his leadership credentials.

Rakesh Kumar Sandhu named CISO at Religare Finvest

Religare Finvest Limited has appointed Rakesh Kumar Sandhu as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for its SME Loans division. Sandhu will lead cybersecurity strategy, governance, and risk management efforts. With nearly 20 years of experience, he has held leadership roles in network security, data centres, and enterprise IT. Over his 8+ years at Religare, he progressed from Associate Vice President to Vice President, and now CISO. His experience at NaviSite, UnitedLex, and CMC Ltd. has equipped him to strengthen Religare's digital defenses and secure its expanding business operations.

Karthick Raja S named CIDO at Granules India

Granules India Limited has appointed Karthick Raja S as Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO). He will lead the company's digital transformation efforts, focusing on data-driven systems, enterprise architecture, and AI-powered innovation. Karthick's 15-year career includes CIO roles at Exide Energy Solutions, Maruti Suzuki, and Baxter International. Recognised with industry awards such as CIO 100 and CSO 100, he brings expertise in cybersecurity, smart manufacturing, and IT strategy. His leadership will support Granules India's growth and global technology initiatives.

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