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Anil Kuril Appointed as Chief Information Security Officer & Head of Data Protection Office at Union Bank of India

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Anil Kuril Appointed as Chief Information Security Officer & Head of Data Protection Office at Union Bank of India

Anil Kuril Appointed as Chief Information Security Officer & Head of Data Protection Office at Union Bank of India

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, April 2025 – Anil Kuril has stepped into a new role as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Head of the Data Protection Office at Union Bank of India. This strategic transition reflects a significant institutional shift, as Union Bank becomes the first public sector bank in India to elevate cybersecurity and data protection to the leadership level, aligning them with core pillars of technology and digital transformation.

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In this newly expanded responsibility, Anil Kuril will spearhead Union Bank’s cybersecurity architecture, threat intelligence, incident response, and data governance. His mission includes embedding trust and compliance into every digital interaction, in line with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and the rising need for robust digital defenses. This role represents a continuation of his digital leadership journey with the bank, where he has already played a pivotal part in implementing transformative IT strategies.

Prior to his new role, Anil Kuril was serving as the Chief Technology Officer & CGM (IT, Digital & Analytics) at Union Bank of India, where he led the convergence of IT operations, data strategy, and digital transformation, fostering customer experience, analytics, and governance innovation. His ability to integrate large-scale IT systems and deliver high-impact digital solutions became a hallmark of his tenure.

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Earlier, he served as Chief Information Security Officer, reinforcing the Bank’s cyber posture. During this period, he earned recognition for strengthening security frameworks and compliance systems, and developing robust threat mitigation protocols. His contributions proved vital to enhancing resilience in an evolving threat landscape.

As General Manager – IT and Deputy General Manager – System Audit Head, he developed a scalable audit architecture and data-centric risk monitoring tools, which helped fortify Union Bank’s IT controls. These systems enabled the bank to align audit practices with regulatory standards and business agility.

His earlier experience includes roles such as Assistant General Manager – IT and Senior Manager at Punjab National Bank, where he led teams in data center management, core banking solutions, and enterprise-wide payment systems. He began his banking technology journey at Allahabad Bank as a Manager – EDP, where he managed early software development and IT operations.

About Union Bank of India

Union Bank of India is one of India’s leading public sector banks with a rich legacy dating back to 1919. Headquartered in Mumbai, the Bank has over 8,400+ branches, 9,300+ ATMs, and a workforce of more than 74,500 employees, providing financial services across India and overseas. Following the merger of Andhra Bank and Corporation Bank in 2020, Union Bank expanded its footprint to all States and Union Territories. The Bank’s global presence includes branches in UAE, Australia, and a subsidiary in the UK. It has been recognized for its technological excellence and commitment to financial inclusion, MSME empowerment, and digital banking innovation.

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