Union Bank of India has announced the appointment of Anil Kuril as the new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Head of the newly established Data Protection Office. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the Bank’s ongoing commitment to digital trust, security, and governance.
Anil Kuril, who previously served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at Union Bank of India, brings extensive experience in leading transformative digital initiatives. Under his leadership, the Bank has achieved notable advancements in customer experience, cyber resilience, and digital infrastructure.
With this appointment, Union Bank becomes the first in the Indian banking sector to formally position cybersecurity and data protection at the leadership level—on par with technology and digital innovation. The move comes at a critical time, as the implementation of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape demand strong, forward-looking governance structures.
In his new role, Anil Kuril will lead the Bank’s cybersecurity strategy, threat intelligence, incident response, and data privacy initiatives. The Data Protection Office will play a pivotal role in embedding resilience, trust, and compliance into every aspect of the Bank’s digital operations.
Union Bank of India’s leadership reaffirmed that customer trust and data privacy are not merely regulatory obligations, but foundational principles that shape the Bank’s approach to business in the digital era.
This appointment reflects Union Bank’s vision to remain at the forefront of digital innovation while setting industry benchmarks in cybersecurity and data governance.
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