In a strategic move to strengthen its cybersecurity leadership, Tata Payments has appointed Hiten Sinha as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Sinha brings over two decades of deep expertise in information security, IT risk management, and regulatory governance across the BFSI sector.
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Prior to joining Tata Payments, Sinha served as Additional General Manager – Information Security at BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange), where he led the CISO function overseeing cybersecurity risk, compliance, governance, and IT operational risk management. He played a key role in aligning cybersecurity strategy with business objectives and managing statutory audit frameworks.
Announcing his new role, Sinha stated, “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as CISO at Tata Payments.” His appointment comes at a time when digital financial services in India are rapidly expanding and facing growing cybersecurity threats, underscoring the need for seasoned leadership in cyber risk governance.
Sinha’s 22+ years of professional journey span key roles at organizations such as Aviva India, Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance, Ageas Federal Life Insurance, and Empronc Solutions. His experience covers a range of domains, including:
- Information Security and Operational Risk
- Financial and Investment Systems
- Group Policy Administration
- Vendor and Expense Management
- Regulatory & Statutory Audit Oversight
- Human Resource and Business Analysis Systems
At Aviva India, he held leadership positions including AVP and Senior Manager in IT and Cyber Risk, where he was instrumental in managing regulatory audits and developing strategic IT roadmaps. Earlier, at Star Union Dai-ichi Life and Ageas Federal, Sinha contributed to IT audit, project management, and business analysis, gaining end-to-end exposure to enterprise systems.
A self-motivated and strategic thinker, Sinha is known for his ability to integrate IT risk frameworks with evolving business and regulatory landscapes. His appointment signals Tata Payments’ continued investment in securing its digital payment infrastructure and driving a robust cyber-resilience agenda.
