CXO TechBOT Media House is pleased to announce the elevation of Mr. Sameer Ratolikar to the role of Group Head & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at HDFC Bank, marking a significant leadership advancement within the organisation. Mr. Ratolikar’s appointment reflects the bank’s strategic focus on reinforcing its cybersecurity posture and advancing enterprise-wide risk management frameworks in an increasingly digital financial ecosystem.

In his expanded role, Mr. Ratolikar will oversee the bank’s comprehensive information security strategy, strengthen cyber resilience, and drive the adoption of cutting-edge security technologies to safeguard critical infrastructure and data assets. His responsibilities will include enhancing threat detection capabilities, fortifying incident response protocols, and cultivating a culture of proactive risk governance across all digital channels.

An accomplished leader with deep expertise in information security and technology risk, Mr. Ratolikar’s elevation underscores the importance of robust cyber leadership in today’s dynamic threat landscape. His strategic vision and operational acumen are expected to further elevate HDFC Bank’s ability to protect customer trust and uphold regulatory compliance while enabling secure digital innovation.

This appointment signifies a transformative moment for the institution and reinforces its commitment to security excellence at the highest organisational levels.