Cognizant Appoints Vishal Salvi as Global Cybersecurity Head

Cognizant has appointed Vishal Salvi as the Global Head of Cyber Security Service-Line, marking a strategic move to reinforce its cybersecurity leadership at a time when enterprises worldwide face escalating digital threats.

With over three decades of experience in the cybersecurity domain, Salvi brings a blend of technical expertise, business leadership, and risk management acumen. His career spans leadership roles at Prior to Quickheal as the CEO, Vishal Salvi held leadership roles in cybersecurity and IT at Infosys, PwC, HDFC Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Global Trust Bank, Development Credit Bank, and Crompton Greaves. With over two decades of experience, he has led large-scale cybersecurity programs spanning policy, IAM, GRC, incident response, fraud management, cloud security, and business continuity. Recognized as a global cybersecurity leader, he is a frequent speaker at industry forums and serves on multiple advisory councils, contributing to frameworks and standards that strengthen cyber resilience.

Cybersecurity is no longer a support function—it has become a boardroom priority. Cognizant, which serves Fortune 500 clients globally, is under pressure to expand its security services portfolio as enterprises accelerate digital transformation, adopt cloud-native architectures, and face increasingly sophisticated attacks, including ransomware and nation-state threats.

Salvi’s appointment signals Cognizant’s intent to:

• Enhance Managed Security Services (MSS): Deliver end-to-end monitoring, detection, and response solutions.

• Strengthen Advisory & Compliance: Guide clients through evolving regulatory landscapes like GDPR, DPDP Act (India), and the EU AI Act.

• Focus on Cyber Resilience: Go beyond defense to build frameworks that ensure continuity and recovery.

As organizations globally confront rising attack surfaces, Cognizant’s bet on Salvi underscores a pivot towards cybersecurity-led growth. His leadership is expected to drive innovation, trust, and resilience, positioning Cognizant as a stronger partner in securing the digital enterprise.