Vishal Salvi — CEO
Three decades in cybersecurity gives you a particular kind of perspective. I have watched this industry evolve in real time, from the early days of digitization through the emergence of threats that now operate at a scale and sophistication that would have been unimaginable when I started. That firsthand experience shapes how I think, how I advise, and how I lead. What drives me is staying at the edge of what is changing. Whether it is technology architecture, security innovation, the influence of AI on decision-making, or the adoption of emerging best practices, I am always working to understand the nuances and the implications before they become conventional wisdom. My work sits at the intersection of deep technical and architectural problem solving and business growth at scale. That combination is not common, and it is where I believe I add the most value. Varied experience across sectors and domains of cybersecurity has positioned me to contribute meaningfully to the global digital ecosystem, across organizations of different sizes, maturities, and threat profiles. Beyond the technical work, I am deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. The industry needs more talent, and more diverse talent. I take that seriously, investing time in helping young professionals navigate their careers and find their footing in a field that rewards curiosity and resilience in equal measure. The opportunity ahead in cybersecurity has never been greater, and neither has the responsibility. Keeping individuals, businesses, and nations secure in an increasingly complex digital world is work that matters, and it is where I intend to keep contributing.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity Executive with extensive experience in risk management and strategic advisory.
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Experience: 32 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Cybersecurity
- Board Advisory Services
Career Highlights
- Three decades of cybersecurity experience.
- Expert in cybersecurity strategy and risk management.
- Passionate mentor for the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
Work Experience
Cognizant
Global Head of Cyber Security Service Line (8 mos)
CyberNxt Solutions LLP
Investor (1 yr 1 mo)
AppSentinels
Board of Advisors (2 yrs 10 mos)
Safe Security
Board of Advisors (2 yrs 10 mos)
Quick Heal
Chief Executive Officer (2 yrs 1 mo)
Data Security Council of India
Independent Director (4 yrs 8 mos)
Infosys
CISO & Head of Cyber Practice (4 yrs 10 mos)
Chief Information Security Officer (6 yrs 11 mos)
PwC
Partner (1 yr 8 mos)
HDFC Bank
Chief Information Security officer (7 yrs 9 mos)
Standard Chartered Bank
Head Operations IT Security (11 yrs)
Global Turst Bank
IT Executive (7 mos)
Development Credit Bank Limited (Dcb)
Asst Officer (8 mos)
Crompton Greaves
Marketing Executive (1 yr 1 mo)
Education
MBA at SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
B.E. at D Y Patil Colleage
Higher Secondary College at Mithibai College
Senior Secondary Board at St. Xaviers School