Data Security Council of India

Data Security Council of India
Abbreviation DSCI
Formation August 2008 (2008-08)
Founder NASSCOM
Type Industry Body
Headquarters Niryat Bhawan, Rao Tula Ram Marg, New Delhi, Delhi -110057, India
Region
India
Chairman
G.K. Pillai
CEO
Nandkumar Saravade
Former CEO
Kamlesh Bajaj
Affiliations
  • NASSCOM
  • NASSCOM Foundation
  • National Skills Registry (NSR)
Website www.dsci.in

Data Security Council of India (DSCI) is a premier industry body on data protection in India, setup by NASSCOM®, committed to making the cyberspace safe, secure and trusted by establishing best practices, standards and initiatives in cyber security and privacy. DSCI brings together national governments and their agencies, industry sectors including IT-BPM, BFSI, Telecom, industry associations, data protection authorities and think tanks for public advocacy, thought leadership, capacity building and outreach initiatives.

DSCI engages with governments, regulators, industry associations and think tanks on policy matters. To strengthen thought leadership in cyber security and privacy, DSCI develops best practices and frameworks, publishes studies, surveys and papers. It builds capacity in security, privacy and cyber forensics through training and certification program for professionals and law enforcement agencies and engages stakeholders through various outreach initiatives including events, awards, chapters, consultations and membership programs. DSCI also endeavors to increase India’s share in the global security product and services market through global trade development initiatives. These aim to strengthen the security and privacy culture in the India.

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