New Delhi: Capgemini India has appointed Priya Kanduri as Vice President and Head of Cybersecurity for its Cloud Infrastructure Services (CIS) unit. Kanduri, who brings extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, data privacy, and cloud security, will focus on enhancing the organization’s digital threat management strategies.
Kanduri’s Industry Experience
Before joining Capgemini, she served as Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President at Happiest Minds Technologies, where she was responsible for driving services such as Managed Detection and Response, Identity Security, and Cloud Security. Her leadership there was key in developing global teams and implementing advanced cybersecurity frameworks. With expertise in managing Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and digital risk frameworks, Kanduri’s work has emphasized operational efficiency, stakeholder collaboration, and innovation.
Strategic Role at Capgemini
At Capgemini, she is expected to lead strategic cybersecurity initiatives and improve delivery frameworks to address emerging digital threats. Her appointment reflects Capgemini’s focus on strengthening its cybersecurity services to meet the growing challenges of cloud adoption, data privacy, and compliance.
The move comes as organizations globally face increasing pressure to adapt to evolving cybersecurity risks. Capgemini’s decision to onboard a leader with Kanduri’s credentials signals its commitment to enhancing security capabilities across its cloud and infrastructure services. This appointment is part of a broader industry trend where companies are prioritizing senior leadership roles in cybersecurity to safeguard against escalating digital threats. It highlights the growing demand for experienced cybersecurity professionals in leadership roles. Her expertise will likely play a pivotal role in Capgemini’s future initiatives.