Angel One has named Sridhar Govardhan as its new Group Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), marking a key addition to its leadership team as the company strengthens its cybersecurity and data protection framework. With over 25 years of experience in the field, Govardhan brings deep expertise in building robust information security systems and managing risk in large-scale digital enterprises.

Before joining Angel One, Govardhan served as Senior Vice President and CISO at CoinDCX, one of India’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges. He has also held pivotal roles at major organizations such as Flipkart and Wipro, where he was instrumental in implementing advanced cybersecurity measures, regulatory compliance systems, and enterprise-wide security protocols.

At Angel One, Govardhan will be responsible for driving the company’s information security strategy, overseeing data governance, and ensuring compliance with evolving cybersecurity regulations. His appointment comes at a time when the financial services industry is increasingly focused on strengthening resilience against cyber threats amid rapid digitization and growing customer adoption of online trading platforms.

Commenting on the appointment, Angel One stated that Govardhan’s extensive experience in securing digital ecosystems aligns with the company’s mission to provide safe and seamless financial services to its expanding user base. Industry observers believe his leadership will play a vital role in enhancing the firm’s overall security posture and supporting its technology-driven growth strategy.

Govardhan’s appointment underscores Angel One’s commitment to safeguarding client data and reinforcing trust in its digital infrastructure as it continues to scale operations and introduce innovative financial products.