Mayank Sharma
Mayank Sharma
Chair of our Mumbai Chapter
Chair of our Mumbai Chapter
Mayank is an accomplished professional with over 13 years of experience in Data Privacy, consulting, Project and Operations Management, and Risk and Compliance. He specializes in advising clients on global privacy regulations (such as GDPR, CCPA, DPDPA, HIPAA etc.) and has extensive expertise in conducting Privacy Risk Assessments, and performing Privacy and Security Audits. With a strong track record in developing and overseeing privacy programs, governance frameworks, and compliance strategies across diverse regions, Mayank excels in ensuring robust privacy practices.
He is also highly experienced in eDiscovery, Client Management, and Regulatory Compliance, with significant expertise in areas like KYC, Due Diligence, Sanctions Screening, and Operational Risk. Currently serving as Associate Director at CRISIL Limited, Mayank has previously held key roles at Genpact, Integreon, and Thomson Reuters. His focus is on helping clients navigate complex privacy and regulatory challenges, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data security.
As Mumbai Chapter Chair, Mayank will lead efforts to foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence in data privacy and cybersecurity.
Mayank is an accomplished professional with over 13 years of experience in Data Privacy, consulting, Project and Operations Management, and Risk and Compliance. He specializes in advising clients on global privacy regulations (such as GDPR, CCPA, DPDPA, HIPAA etc.) and has extensive expertise in conducting Privacy Risk Assessments, and performing Privacy and Security Audits. With a strong track record in developing and overseeing privacy programs, governance frameworks, and compliance strategies across diverse regions, Mayank excels in ensuring robust privacy practices.
He is also highly experienced in eDiscovery, Client Management, and Regulatory Compliance, with significant expertise in areas like KYC, Due Diligence, Sanctions Screening, and Operational Risk. Currently serving as Associate Director at CRISIL Limited, Mayank has previously held key roles at Genpact, Integreon, and Thomson Reuters. His focus is on helping clients navigate complex privacy and regulatory challenges, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data security.
As Mumbai Chapter Chair, Mayank will lead efforts to foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence in data privacy and cybersecurity.
Gayathri Sribharath
Gayathri Sribharath
Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter
Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter
Gayathri Sribharath, heads as the Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter! With over 17 years of experience in information security, data protection, IT audit, and governance, Gayathri has a proven track record across industries such as Technology, Finance, Healthcare, and Manufacturing. Currently serving as the Head of Cybersecurity at Zelis, she specializes in IT controls, compliance, and aligning security strategies with business and technology processes. Her impressive credentials—including ACA, CISA, CISM, CIPP/E, CISSP (SANS), and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer—reflect her commitment to continuous professional development and staying at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and data privacy.
As Chair, Gayathri Sribharath will guide our efforts to foster collaboration, inspire thought leadership, and advance privacy and cybersecurity initiatives in Hyderabad.
Gayathri Sribharath, heads as the Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter! With over 17 years of experience in information security, data protection, IT audit, and governance, Gayathri has a proven track record across industries such as Technology, Finance, Healthcare, and Manufacturing. Currently serving as the Head of Cybersecurity at Zelis, she specializes in IT controls, compliance, and aligning security strategies with business and technology processes. Her impressive credentials—including ACA, CISA, CISM, CIPP/E, CISSP (SANS), and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer—reflect her commitment to continuous professional development and staying at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and data privacy.
As Chair, Gayathri Sribharath will guide our efforts to foster collaboration, inspire thought leadership, and advance privacy and cybersecurity initiatives in Hyderabad.
Vasanth VK
Vasanth VK
Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter
Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter
Vasanth VK, heads as the Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter! With over 15 years of expertise across diverse industries such as hosting and security services, data centers, telecommunications, manufacturing, and software development, Vasanth is a recognized leader in the field. His advisory role in international data protection laws and his commitment to implementing robust compliance frameworks demonstrate his dedication to upholding the highest standards of security and privacy.
As Chair, Vasanth VK will oversee our initiatives to drive collaboration, inspire thought leadership, and advance privacy and cybersecurity efforts in Hyderabad.
Vasanth VK, heads as the Chair of our Hyderabad Chapter! With over 15 years of expertise across diverse industries such as hosting and security services, data centers, telecommunications, manufacturing, and software development, Vasanth is a recognized leader in the field. His advisory role in international data protection laws and his commitment to implementing robust compliance frameworks demonstrate his dedication to upholding the highest standards of security and privacy.
As Chair, Vasanth VK will oversee our initiatives to drive collaboration, inspire thought leadership, and advance privacy and cybersecurity efforts in Hyderabad.
Senthil Kumar Iyyappan
Senthil Kumar Iyyappan
Chair of our Chennai Chapter
Chair of our Chennai Chapter
Senthil Kumar Iyyappan (a.k.a. “SKI”) is a seasoned Information Security professional and a passionate people leader who is committed to the security and privacy of data and systems while helping individuals and businesses achieve their goals. SKI is currently the CISO for Ocrolus, a document AI platform that enables faster and more accurate financial decision-making. Prior to joining Ocrolus, SKI held the position of Deputy CISO and was one of the early employees at Freshworks, which is the first SaaS startup from India to be listed on the NASDAQ. Before his tenure at Freshworks, SKI worked as a corporate information security manager, overseeing the security of over 100+ banking, health care, and insurance organizations at Tata Consultancy Services. SKI is also a pro bono mentor via ADPList.org for cybersecurity, leadership, and career guidance and advisor for executive leadership teams of multiple SaaS startups. SKI is recognized as one of India's 40 under 40 leaders as a CYBER ICON
Senthil Kumar Iyyappan (a.k.a. “SKI”) is a seasoned Information Security professional and a passionate people leader who is committed to the security and privacy of data and systems while helping individuals and businesses achieve their goals. SKI is currently the CISO for Ocrolus, a document AI platform that enables faster and more accurate financial decision-making. Prior to joining Ocrolus, SKI held the position of Deputy CISO and was one of the early employees at Freshworks, which is the first SaaS startup from India to be listed on the NASDAQ. Before his tenure at Freshworks, SKI worked as a corporate information security manager, overseeing the security of over 100+ banking, health care, and insurance organizations at Tata Consultancy Services. SKI is also a pro bono mentor via ADPList.org for cybersecurity, leadership, and career guidance and advisor for executive leadership teams of multiple SaaS startups. SKI is recognized as one of India's 40 under 40 leaders as a CYBER ICON
Col. Deepak Joshi
Col. Deepak Joshi
Chair of our Delhi Chapter
Chair of our Delhi Chapter
Colonel Deepak Joshi, Veteran is a highly accomplished professional with over 23 years of extensive experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, and IT Compliance Management. His distinguished career spans across the BFSI sector, the Indian Army, and the United Nations, where he has consistently demonstrated excellence in safeguarding sensitive data and implementing robust cybersecurity frameworks. His expertise spans across cyber resilience, data governance, and data privacy, with a strong focus on aligning organizational objectives with robust security frameworks.
Colonel Joshi holds certifications, to include CISSP, FIP, CIPM, CIPP/E, various ISO Lead Auditor certifications. An M. Tech from IIT Delhi, he is currently pursuing a PhD in Cybersecurity. Leveraging his extensive experience, he aims to foster privacy awareness, drive policy formulation, and build a secure data privacy ecosystem.
Colonel Deepak Joshi, Veteran is a highly accomplished professional with over 23 years of extensive experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, and IT Compliance Management. His distinguished career spans across the BFSI sector, the Indian Army, and the United Nations, where he has consistently demonstrated excellence in safeguarding sensitive data and implementing robust cybersecurity frameworks. His expertise spans across cyber resilience, data governance, and data privacy, with a strong focus on aligning organizational objectives with robust security frameworks.
Colonel Joshi holds certifications, to include CISSP, FIP, CIPM, CIPP/E, various ISO Lead Auditor certifications. An M. Tech from IIT Delhi, he is currently pursuing a PhD in Cybersecurity. Leveraging his extensive experience, he aims to foster privacy awareness, drive policy formulation, and build a secure data privacy ecosystem.
Neeru Walia
Neeru Walia
Chair of our Delhi Chapter
Chair of our Delhi Chapter
With extensive experience in GRC and data protection compliance, Neeru is an accomplished professional specializing in regulatory compliance and industry standards. She holds prestigious certifications in CIPP/E, CIPT, CIPM, DCPLA, CISA, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and PMP. She is a thought leader and a sought-after keynote speaker at leading conferences and webinars, where she passionately champions robust data security and privacy practices and compliance excellence.
With extensive experience in GRC and data protection compliance, Neeru is an accomplished professional specializing in regulatory compliance and industry standards. She holds prestigious certifications in CIPP/E, CIPT, CIPM, DCPLA, CISA, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and PMP. She is a thought leader and a sought-after keynote speaker at leading conferences and webinars, where she passionately champions robust data security and privacy practices and compliance excellence.
