Pranay Ghadge has moved into a new senior cybersecurity leadership role, joining APAC Financial Services Private Limited as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). He announced the appointment through a LinkedIn post, marking his latest move within the financial services sector.
In his new position, Ghadge will oversee the organisation’s information security function. His role places him at the centre of cybersecurity and information security leadership at APAC Financial Services.
Ghadge announced the move on September 21, confirming that he had started his new role at the company. His announcement did not provide details about his specific mandate, reporting structure or the cybersecurity programmes he will lead.
The appointment comes as financial services organisations continue to strengthen their focus on information security, data protection and cyber resilience. As digital platforms become increasingly important to financial operations, protecting sensitive customer and financial information has become a key part of technology and risk management.
Ghadge has also remained active within the cybersecurity community. His public professional activity includes engagement with cybersecurity leadership discussions and recognition across the banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector. In a recent interaction, he congratulated Sumeet Mishra of Suryoday Small Finance Bank after Mishra was featured in the BFSI Cybersecurity 100 for 2026.
However, publicly available information does not provide enough independently verified details about Ghadge’s previous organisations, educational background or specific cybersecurity projects. These details have therefore not been included to avoid potential inaccuracies.
APAC Financial Services Private Limited operates within the financial services sector, where information security plays an important role in protecting business systems, customer data and technology infrastructure. Ghadge’s appointment brings dedicated CISO-level leadership to the company’s security framework.
The move also reflects the broader rise in senior cybersecurity appointments across India’s financial services ecosystem. As institutions expand their digital services and technology infrastructure, CISO responsibilities increasingly span cyber risk, information security governance, data protection, regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
Ghadge’s announcement did not reveal his immediate priorities or any specific security, technology or transformation initiatives connected to the new role. Further details could emerge as he begins his tenure.
With this appointment, Ghadge will lead the information security function at APAC Financial Services, taking charge of a critical area supporting the security and resilience of modern financial operations.
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