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Ninad Varadkar Takes Helm as SVP & Group CISO at Edelweiss Financial Services

Ninad Varadkar

Ninad Varadkar has been elevated to the position of Senior Vice President and group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Edelweiss Financial Services Limited. This significant appointment highlights Edelweiss’s commitment to strengthening its cybersecurity framework in an evolving digital landscape.

Ninad brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as Manager of Information Security at Ocwen Financial Corporation and Information Security Manager at HDFC Life.

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In a LinkedIn post, Ninad expressed his enthusiasm about his new role, stating, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Sr. Vice President & Group CISO at Edelweiss Financial Services Limited!”

Ninad is an accomplished senior security leader with a proven track record in assessing and mitigating information security risks. His expertise spans modernising defences against ransomware and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs), implementing Zero Trust architecture for multi-cloud platforms, and automating security operations.

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Ninad has been instrumental in driving strategic security roadmaps that enable risk-free scalability for businesses. His approach combines technical proficiency with advisory capabilities, empowering organisations to make informed decisions about risk.

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During his current role at the organisation, Ninad will oversee Edelweiss’s cybersecurity initiatives across its group entities, ensuring robust defenses and operational resilience in the face of emerging threats.

This promotion underscores Edelweiss’s dedication to fostering leadership that aligns with its vision of secure and sustainable digital growth.

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