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Nissan has elevated Nagireddy Kudithini to Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO), Information Systems, for its Americas region, expanding his leadership across digital transformation, artificial intelligence and enterprise technology.
In his new role, he will oversee AI transformation, technology strategy, cybersecurity, digital innovation and IT operations, supporting business objectives while enhancing customer and employee experiences.
He previously served as Senior Director and Chief Information Security Officer, with additional responsibility for global digital HR. Since joining Nissan, he has held several leadership positions across information systems, cybersecurity and IT.
Nagireddy’s experience also includes serving as Chief Technology Officer and leading delivery for digital transformation and customer experience. His work has focused on strengthening cybersecurity capabilities, modernising technology infrastructure and building security strategies to address evolving threats.
With extensive experience spanning more than two decades, he holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science engineering from Bangalore University and has completed the management leadership programme at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management.
The appointment brings digital innovation, AI adoption and cybersecurity under his broader regional technology leadership.