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Anusha Dakshina Murthy

Anusha Dakshina Murthy

Bengaluru

Summary

Data privacy leader with extensive experience at Nasdaq, specializing in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy standards. Expertise in Privacy Impact Assessments and cross-functional collaboration, successfully implementing privacy automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and ensure robust data protection. Proven track record in risk management and security governance, driving significant improvements in data privacy practices.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Specialist - Data Privacy

Nasdaq
Bengaluru
02.2021 - Current
  • Lead enterprise-wide data privacy initiatives aligned with GDPR, CCPA, and other evolving regulations.
  • Oversee implementation of privacy tools, ensuring end-to-end compliance across internal systems and business units.
  • Embed privacy-by-design principles and drive automation in DPIAs, data classification, and discovery.
  • Conduct awareness programs and collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Engineering to develop scalable privacy operations.

Technology Security Analyst

Accenture
Bengaluru
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Key contributor in Acquisition Security team ensuring compliance of newly acquired entities with Accenture's global security policies.
  • Led risk assessments, data privacy evaluations, and security audits during acquisition transitions.
  • Embedded privacy controls into integration processes, supporting resilience and compliance.
  • Provided training on data protection, risk awareness, and policy compliance.

Information Security Analyst

Tech Mahindra
Bengaluru
03.2017 - 11.2019
  • Owned application security for multiple platforms, including VAPT, risk assessments, and cloud audits.
  • Ensured compliance with ISO27001 and NIST standards.
  • Collaborated with development teams to integrate security into SDLC processes.
  • Supported DNSSEC implementation and drove policy reviews and updates.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

East Point College of Engineering For Women
Bengaluru, India
05.2016

Skills

  • Enterprise Data Privacy & Protection (GDPR, CCPA, DPDP, HIPAA)
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Risk Management & Compliance Audits
  • Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
  • Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT)
  • Security Governance & Frameworks (ISO27001, NIST)
  • Privacy Automation & Operational Efficiency

Languages

English
First Language
kannada
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Senior Specialist - Data Privacy

Nasdaq
02.2021 - Current

Technology Security Analyst

Accenture
11.2019 - 01.2021

Information Security Analyst

Tech Mahindra
03.2017 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

East Point College of Engineering For Women
Anusha Dakshina Murthy