Shamla Naidoo
About Shamla Naidoo
Current Roles at Netskope and IANS Faculty
Shamla Naidoo serves as the Head of Cloud Strategy and Innovation at Netskope, where she focuses on cloud technology advancements and implementation strategies. Additionally, she holds a position as a faculty member at IANS, where she provides educational insights and teaches courses related to cybersecurity and strategic business initiatives. In these roles, Naidoo leverages her extensive experience to bridge the gap between technology and business priorities.
Former Leadership at IBM
Shamla Naidoo previously held the role of Managing Partner and Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at IBM. In this capacity, she was responsible for global information security strategies and practices. Her role at IBM demonstrated her leadership in integrating security within business frameworks, fostering secure and effective global operations.
Board Memberships and Directorships
Shamla Naidoo is an active board director at QBE and Stonebridge Acquisition Capital. Furthermore, she serves as a board member at ReferencePoint. Her participation in these boards involves providing strategic direction and insights, with a particular focus on security and innovation. These roles reflect her capacity to influence high-level corporate decisions across various industries.
Educational Background and Teaching Contributions
Shamla Naidoo holds a Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems and Economics from the University of South Africa. Moreover, she has earned a Diploma in Management Information Systems from the South African Institute of Management. As an educator, Naidoo has authored and taught multiple courses at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, specializing in technology, security, and privacy law.
Public Speaking and Media Presence
Shamla Naidoo is a well-recognized speaker and has presented at prestigious platforms such as WomenCorporateDirectors (WCD), National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the American Bar Association, several federal agencies, and numerous conferences. In addition, she has been interviewed by prominent publications including Forbes, the New York Times, and the Wall Street Journal, highlighting her expertise in security and strategic business alignment.