Margi Desai
About Margi Desai
Margi Desai is a Data Privacy PM at The New York Times, with a background in cybersecurity and privacy consulting. She has held various positions at notable companies including Meta, PwC, and FTI Consulting, and has earned an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.
Current Role at The New York Times
Margi Desai serves as a Data Privacy PM at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on managing and overseeing data privacy initiatives within the organization. Her work involves ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and implementing best practices for data privacy.
Previous Experience at Meta
Before joining The New York Times, Margi Desai worked at Meta as a Privacy Legal Program Manager from 2022 to 2023. During her tenure, she contributed to the development and management of privacy programs, ensuring adherence to legal standards and enhancing privacy practices within the company.
Experience at PwC
Margi Desai held multiple positions at PwC, including Experienced Cybersecurity and Privacy Associate from 2019 to 2021 and Cyber Security and Privacy Consulting Intern in 2018. In her associate role, she focused on providing cybersecurity and privacy consulting services, while her internship involved supporting various projects related to data security.
Education and Expertise
Margi Desai is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at NYU Stern School of Business, expected to complete her degree in 2024. She previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Security and Risk Analysis (Cyber Security) and Information Sciences and Technology from Penn State University, which she completed in 2019. Her educational background supports her expertise in data privacy and cybersecurity.
Early Career Background
Margi Desai began her career as a Security Analyst at Aurotech Corp in 2016, where she worked for three months. She later gained experience as a Software Engineer Intern at Symantec in 2017 and as a Senior Privacy Consultant at FTI Consulting from 2021 to 2022. These roles provided her with foundational skills in security and privacy management.