FORTIFYING THE DIGITAL REALM

In an exclusive interview with Dataquest, Suresh Sharma, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at PayU, shares his invaluable insights into the world of cybersecurity and the measures PayU employs to ensure the safety of digital payments.

- Minu Sirsalewala

Suresh Sharma, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at PayU, a distinguished figure in the field of cyber-security, has had the privilege of working in both established organizations and fast-growing startups. Today, he spearheads security measures at PayU, one of the world’s leading digital payment platforms. Suresh provides insights into how his diverse career experiences have shaped his approach to securing digital payments, the role of advanced cryptography, threat intelligence, and more. As the festive season approaches, he also offers valuable recommendations for consumers and businesses to stay safe from cyber threats during their digital payment activities. In tête-à-tête with Minu Sirsalewala – Executive Editor, Special Projects.

As someone who has worked in both established organizations like GE and in fast-growing startups like Ola Electric, can you share the contrasting cybersecurity challenges you've encountered in different phases of your career and how those experiences have shaped your approach to securing digital payments at PayU?

Working in established organizations like GE and fast-growing startups like Ola Electric has offered me a comprehensive perspective on contemporary security challenges. At GE, I imbibed the significance of stringent compliance, standards, and deep-rooted cybersecurity practices. In startups like Ola Electric, I discovered the necessity for agility to swiftly adapt to emerging threats. These experiences have significantly influenced my approach at PayU. We harmonize the best of both worlds by upholding high standards and regulatory compliance while retaining the flexibility to respond promptly to emerging cyber threats. This equilibrium empowers us to secure digital payments effectively on a grand scale.