STERLING HEIGHTS, MI, February 25, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ravi Ayappa Kandanda Kuttappa, PhD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Ravi Ayappa Kandanda Kuttappa is a distinguished global executive and thought leader in cybersecurity, IT Risk , governance, and regulatory compliance. With a career spanning over three decades, his expertise is defined by a unique dual-track record: serving as a military "Information Warrior", followed by a transition to an "Information Protector" advising, leading multinational corporations across the globe.He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in enterprise cybersecurity systems management and holds specialized post-graduate credentials and certifications in cybersecurity, privacy, cyber law and forensics.

Transitioning to the private sector, Dr. Ayappa has served as a strategic advisor to C-suite executives across the manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, insurance, retail, health care, banking and energy sectors across APAC, Europe and North America. His career is defined by several landmark achievements. As a senior business information security officer (BISO) for Trizetto, he managed full-stack security for critical health care data (HITRUST, FedRAMP). Likewise, as a cybersecurity security leader with global IT services companies like Perot Systems, Wipro Technologies and Cognizant Technology Services, he has led and directed large-scale security, governance and risk programs for Fortune 500 clients like Capital One Financial, CVS Health, Best Buy, Ford Motor Company and DTE Energy. At Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), he orchestrated a national WAN project integrating 26 divisions and created the organization's first ISO 17799-aligned security policy.

As a former Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army Corps of Signals, Dr. Ravi Ayappa commanded combat communications units and subunits in various roles, specializing in engineering and managing secure, mobile C4I networks. He is an alumnus of the prestigious National Defence Academy and the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering in India.

A recognized thought leader within ISACA, Dr.Ravi Ayappa holds a master portfolio of certifications, including CISA, CISM, CRISC, and CDPSE. He serves as the Director of certifications and academics for the ISACA Detroit Chapter, where he mentors emerging leaders in cybersecurity, audit and privacy domains. Furthermore, he is a certified lead assessor for ISO standards and is credentialed in next-generation technologies by MIT.

Beyond his professional life, Dr. Ravi Ayappa is a dedicated community advocate. He contributes to food banks and various welfare initiatives in Michigan. An avid sportsman, he is an active USTA (United States Tennis Association) league player and volunteer coach, promoting mental well-being and physical fitness through competitive athletics.

Dr. Ravi Ayappa represents the apex of the "scholar-practitioner" model in modern cybersecurity. His career is a rare synthesis of military precision and corporate agility, having evolved from protecting national defense infrastructure to safeguarding the digital frontiers of global commerce. He attributes his achievements to his disciplined pursuit of self-directed learning in cybersecurity, continually adapting to an ever-evolving technological landscape. A decorated veteran, a globally certified cybersecurity trainer, and a trusted Information Technology Risk advisor to industry titans, he remains a defining force in the global effort to secure the information age.

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