Varun Singla joins Airtel as SVP, CISO

In this new role, Singla will be driving next-generation cyber security initiatives and contributing to the ongoing innovation and business growth at Airtel.
Nikhar Aggarwal
  • Updated On Feb 25, 2022 at 03:24 PM IST
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<p>Varun Singla, SVP & CISO, Airtel</p>
Varun Singla, SVP & CISO, Airtel
Airtel has appointed Varun Singla as SVP & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). In this role, Singla will be driving next-generation cyber security initiatives and contributing to the ongoing innovation and business growth at Airtel. He will be leading the cyber security teams and reporting to Pradipt Kapoor, Airtel's Chief Information Officer (CIO).

The Indian multinational telecommunications services company has embedded security by design fundamentals in every product and service. As the CISO, Singla will contribute to the IT legacy and leverage his expertise in IT security, risk management, network security, Data protection, etc. Besides, he will drive cutting-edge cyber security initiatives and solutions while addressing industry trends, customer expectations, and business requirements.

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Prior to joining Airtel, Singla worked at the US-headquartered Micron Technology as Vice President and Chief Security Officer. He has about 18 years of experience in the cyber security domain. He is a seasoned cyber security leader and has worked with several global organizations such as Veritas Technologies, Deloitte, etc.

Singla is a customer-focused CISO and business executive with hands-on experience helping companies achieve improved security and business outcomes. Moreover, he has a successful track record of building sustainable and cost-effective security organizations that partner with business, IT, and engineering teams to solve enterprise risks.
  • Published On Feb 25, 2022 at 03:00 PM IST
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