As financial services continue to evolve with digital banking, payments, and fintech innovations, cybersecurity leadership has never been more critical. These CISOs are shaping the industry by driving resilient security strategies, safeguarding sensitive data, and enabling business execution in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Shaun McPhail — Chief Information Security Officer, Barclays Asia
Shaun brings 25 years of experience delivering technology solutions for global investment banks. Based in Singapore for 16 years, he has extensive knowledge of the Asian regulatory landscape and investment banking operations. At Barclays Asia, Shaun oversees cyber and information security risk management, leading culturally diverse teams to protect client and colleague interests while enabling secure business execution. His focus on sustainable, resilient technology solutions ensures that Barclays can innovate safely in a dynamic market.
Juan Rodriguez — Chief Information Security Officer, Comerica Bank
With over 20 years of leadership across global financial institutions, Juan manages Comerica Bank’s cybersecurity, business resiliency, and corporate security strategies. He emphasizes building operationally resilient frameworks and maintaining a cutting-edge security posture. Fluent in English and Spanish, Juan fosters collaboration across international teams and drives initiatives that balance regulatory compliance with innovative risk management practices.
Sameer Ratolikar — Senior Executive Vice President & CISO, HDFC Bank
Sameer combines 22 years of IT and cybersecurity experience with certifications such as CISA, ISO 27001LA, and CEH. At HDFC Bank, he leads enterprise-wide information security initiatives, implementing frameworks that ensure operational resilience and robust risk management. His leadership has been pivotal in advancing security awareness, embedding governance, and strengthening defenses across the bank’s critical infrastructure.
Anshuman Pund — Chief Information Security Officer, SBM Bank (India)
Anshuman has over 24 years of experience spanning information security, systems implementation, and service delivery. He specializes in cyber risk management, security operations, audit/compliance, and Security Operations Center (CSOC) management. As CISO at SBM Bank, he empowers teams, improves processes, and oversees the bank’s defensive cybersecurity posture, ensuring secure delivery of services and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Amit Jaokar — Chief Information Security Officer, Sharekhan
Amit is a seasoned IT and security professional with extensive experience in cloud computing, enterprise mobility, virtualization, and information security governance. At Sharekhan, he leads IT strategy, operations, and security initiatives, delivering innovative solutions that reduce operational risk and provide tangible business value. Amit’s work balances technological innovation with stringent security practices, ensuring business continuity and regulatory compliance.
Paul Colnan — CISO, NewDay
Paul combines a hands-on technical background in ethical hacking with extensive experience managing security teams across start-ups and institutional banking organizations. As NewDay’s CISO, he leads the development of security strategies across multi-cloud and on-premises platforms while maintaining regulatory compliance with FCA, PRA, ECB, and OCC standards. Paul’s expertise in risk management and governance ensures that NewDay’s operations remain secure and resilient.
Giriraj Jadhav — Chief Information Security Officer, Edelweiss Alternative Investment Finance
Giriraj has over 16 years of experience in cybersecurity, specializing in incident response, threat hunting, and regulatory compliance. At Edelweiss AIF, he oversees security operations, vulnerability assessments, and reporting, ensuring robust protection for financial assets. His leadership emphasizes proactive defense, operational resilience, and fostering a security-conscious culture throughout the organization.
Mon Galang — Chief Information Security Officer, Salmon Bank (Rural Bank)
Mon leads cybersecurity strategy at Salmon Bank, responsible for protecting financial assets, customer data, and operational systems. With a focus on building comprehensive security frameworks, Mon has strengthened defenses against emerging threats while enabling secure digital transformation. His leadership ensures that the bank maintains high trust levels among clients and regulators in a competitive financial environment.
Stephen Sparkes — Chief Information Security Officer, TD
Stephen is a senior technology executive with deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and global trading systems. Having led security for major banks with teams of thousands and budgets exceeding $1.5bn, he is experienced in delivering complex, time-critical projects across front, middle, and back-office operations. Stephen has also driven enterprise-wide technology operational risk practices, integrating cybersecurity with regulatory compliance and innovation programs.
David Ramirez — Chief Information Security Officer, Broadridge
David provides leadership for Broadridge’s global information security strategy, aligning cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives. He oversees cloud security, data privacy, network protection, and digital forensics, ensuring resilience across fintech operations. David’s governance approach emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams and executive leadership to maintain robust security and compliance frameworks in a rapidly evolving sector.
Praveen Parihar — Chief Information Security Officer, Razorpay
Praveen brings over 14 years of experience in cybersecurity and digital resilience. At Razorpay, he leads fraud prevention, payment security, and compliance initiatives for India’s leading payment platform. Praveen’s leadership combines regulatory adherence with innovative security solutions, safeguarding the organization against threats while enabling rapid business growth in a competitive fintech market.
Ravindra Pingle — Chief Information Security Officer, HDFC Pension
Ravindra has extensive experience securing enterprise information systems and implementing comprehensive security policies. At HDFC Pension, he drives operational security frameworks and regulatory compliance, ensuring customer and organizational data are protected. His approach integrates proactive risk management, team leadership, and strategic oversight across critical business functions.
Laliet Trivedi — Global Head Information Security & Data Protection Officer, FlexM
Laliet oversees global IT operations, cloud infrastructure, and information security for FlexM, spanning India and Africa. With 27+ years of experience, he leads regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and enterprise security initiatives. Laliet’s holistic approach ensures secure deployment of technology platforms, implementation of Zero Trust architectures, and alignment with global cybersecurity standards.
Guardians of Financial Cybersecurity: Securing the Future of Banking & FinTech
These leaders represent the forefront of cybersecurity in banking and fintech, blending technical expertise with strategic vision to protect critical assets and customer trust. From traditional banks to fintech innovators, their work shapes the industry’s resilience, governance, and future-readiness.