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Sindhu Vethoddy

Cyebr Security and Data Privacy Partner
MUMBAI

Summary

Cybersecurity and data privacy leader with over 25 years of international consulting experience, currently serving as an Equity Partner /Managing Director with a leading consulting firm. Proven expertise in building and scaling cyber consulting practices, advising Fortune 500 clients, and transforming security postures in alignment with business, regulatory, and digital transformation goals. Recognized for architecting enterprise-grade cybersecurity, data privacy, and governance frameworks across BFSI, insurance, telecom, and manufacturing sectors. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams, managing board-level relationships, and productizing solutions that enable secure growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Managing Director (Partner) – Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Consulting

Protiviti India
MUMBAI
04.2023 - Current
  • Lead the West region’s Technology and Cyber Audit practice and serve as National Lead for Data Privacy.
  • Delivered marquee cybersecurity consulting engagements including SIEM/SOC governance, cloud posture review, incident response planning, secure SDLC reviews, and endpoint/cloud/DLP control audits.
  • Built and operationalized the firm’s privacy implementation framework covering assessments, DPDPA readiness, cross-border governance, and tool selection.
  • Advised boards and CXOs on cybersecurity strategy, GenAI governance, deepfake prevention, and regulatory alignment.
  • Instrumental in productizing cybersecurity assurance solutions, developing go-to-market playbooks, and enabling continuous control monitoring for clients.
  • Mentored a high-performing consulting team, anchored capability building workshops, and led thought leadership across ISACA and privacy forums.

Director – Cybersecurity Consulting

Grant Thornton LLP
MUMBAI
05.2019 - 03.2023
  • Responsible for building and managing client portfolios across cyber governance and data protection.
  • Delivered projects exceeding INR 15 crore in size across India and 20+ countries.
  • Oversaw strategic implementations: multi-country ISMS rollouts, privacy framework design (GDPR, local laws), cloud risk advisory, crisis response readiness, and cyber strategy formulation.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships at board/CISO level; led solutioning, delivery, team leadership, and budget control.
  • Anchored two practice lines: Cyber Strategy & Governance and Data Privacy & Protection.
  • Developed tender documentation, led client presentations, and enhanced alliance ecosystems with cybersecurity vendors.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University

Skills

  • Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance

  • Data Privacy Frameworks

  • Emerging Tech Risk

  • Cloud Security & Infra Assurance

  • Red Teaming

  • Secure SDLC

  • DevSecOps Governance

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Internal Audit Enablement

  • Risk Control Mapping

  • Business Continuity

  • Disaster Recovery

  • Crisis Response Leadership

  • Board Advisory

  • C-Suite Engagement

  • Talent Development

  • Practice Growth

  • Cross-functional Leadership

  • UNIX

Legacy Experience Technical Foundation

Sindhu Vethody is a seasoned cybersecurity and risk advisory leader with over 25 years of consulting experience, currently serving as the Managing Director at Protiviti India. She heads the West region’s Technology Audit and Data Privacy practice, delivering value-driven assurance and advisory services across cybersecurity, IT governance, data protection, and regulatory compliance. She has led and transformed large-scale engagements across India, the US, UK, Singapore, and the Middle East, supporting clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes including RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, TISAX, and emerging privacy regulations such as India’s DPDPA and GDPR. Her domain expertise spans financial services, fintech, insurance, manufacturing, and IT services, where she partners with CIOs, CISOs, and Board-level executives to strengthen enterprise security postures and ensure regulatory alignment. With deep hands-on experience, Sindhu has led engagements covering: Cybersecurity posture assessments, SIEM/SOC design reviews, and incident response readiness, ITGC and SOX audits across applications, infrastructure, and cloud environments, AI and emerging tech risk assessments, secure SDLC, and vulnerability management, Third-party risk assessments and implementation of data leakage prevention (DLP) programs, Data privacy audits, impact assessments, and cross-border data flow governance, Evaluation of business continuity, disaster recovery, and endpoint security strategies. Sindhu is widely regarded for her ability to bridge the gap between risk, technology, and regulatory expectations, creating board-relevant narratives and building robust audit and privacy frameworks that endure evolving digital threats.

Career Accomplishments

  • Achieved Excellence award for excellent performance at country level in Deloitte
  • Successfully achieved the Best team & Best Group Leader awards for three quarters for high level of competence and consistency throughout in WIPRO
  • Headed Six Sigma Yellow Belt project for AHT and achieved 3 Yellow Belts for the same
  • Implemented the first Professional Practice Software Module in NIIT Ltd.

Certifications Trainings

  • CISA Certification, 2008
  • BS2599 Certification, 2010
  • MCSD Certification, 1998
  • NIIT Certification, 1996
  • COPC
  • QES
  • Leadership Training
  • Six Sigma Training
  • Blanchard Leadership Training

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 12/26/74

Productivity Thought Leadership Brand Visibility

  • Frequent speaker at global and national forums including ISACA, IIA, and MeitY sessions, sharing insights on AI governance, cybersecurity maturity, and data protection.
  • Delivered presentations and panel discussions at industry events on India’s DPDPA, GDPR compliance strategies, deepfake mitigation, and GenAI security risks.
  • Led internal and external webinars for CXOs and client teams on cyber maturity frameworks, continuous control monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
  • Represented the firm at national thought leadership events, leadership ideation forums, and client capability-building programs.
  • Regular contributor on LinkedIn through strategic posts and articles focused on data privacy frameworks, cybersecurity governance, and risk-based audit practices.
  • Actively mentored and developed next-gen professionals through firmwide knowledge sessions, cross-functional engagements, and community training efforts.
  • Contributed to developing productized solutions and GTM strategies for cyber risk assurance services across multiple industries.

Timeline

Managing Director (Partner) – Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Consulting

Protiviti India
04.2023 - Current

Director – Cybersecurity Consulting

Grant Thornton LLP
05.2019 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University

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