kothandaraman prabhakaran

Visionary Technology Leader with 30+ years of global experience driving large-scale digital transformation, mission-critical platforms, and high-availability technology ecosystems across capital markets, financial services, and global enterprises. Currently serving as Executive Vice President & CTO at National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), leading modernization and resilience of India’s core depository infrastructure under stringent SEBI regulatory frameworks. Known for aligning technology strategy with business outcomes, building future-ready platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation, surveillance, and operational intelligence. Proven track record across CTO, CIO, Cloud, Cyber Security, and Infrastructure leadership roles at organizations such as NSDL, Cisco Systems, and Adecco Group, managing multi-billion-dollar systems, global teams, and complex vendor ecosystems. Key strengths include: • Capital market & regulated technology platforms • Enterprise & cloud transformation (AWS, Azure, GCP) • AI-driven operations, surveillance & analytics • Cyber security, risk & compliance governance • Global IT service models & cost optimization • Building high-performance, future-ready teams Recognized as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and regulators, with a strong focus on stability, scale, innovation, and governance.