NPCI Strengthens Data Protection with New Information Security Leaders

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced the appointment of two new leaders to its Information Security team, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing data protection and security. Benjamin Ambrose joins as Chief Information Security Officer, while Pravin Kumar assumes the role of Chief Market Information Security Officer.

These strategic hires reflect NPCI’s dedication to advancing its information security practices, ensuring the safety of stakeholders and customers alike.

Benjamin Ambrose brings over two decades of diverse experience in Information and Cybersecurity across different regions. His responsibilities at NPCI will include risk management, developing robust security standards, enhancing security capabilities, and leading next-generation security operations.

Pravin Kumar boasts more than 25 years of expertise in cybersecurity, privacy controls, and enterprise risk management. In his new role, Pravin will focus on managing information security and privacy risks within NPCI and its ecosystem, ensuring compliance with regulatory audits and security guidelines for third parties.

Vishwanath Krishnamurthy, NPCI’s Chief Risk Officer, emphasized the importance of adapting to evolving security landscapes. He expressed confidence in Benjamin and Pravin’s ability to drive NPCI’s security agenda forward.

“At NPCI, we recognize the need to stay ahead in digital payments security. Benjamin and Pravin bring extensive experience in technology compliance and Information Security governance,” remarked Krishnamurthy.

Their contributions are expected to bolster NPCI’s security framework, aligning with the organization’s mission to deliver secure and seamless digital payment solutions for all.