Nathiya Balaiya is the Vice President of Digital Defence Alliance Singapore (DDAS) - Women Lead and a seasoned Technology Leader with over 17 years of experience spanning IT and Information Security across diverse industries.

With a proven track record in strategic planning, large‑scale digital transformations, regulatory compliance, cyber risk management and data protection, Nathiya excels at aligning technology strategies with organizational goals. Her leadership is defined by the ability to synergize people, processes and technology to drive proactive defence, elevate cybersecurity maturity and ensure robust compliance frameworks.  Nathiya brings a rare blend of deep expertise and visionary leadership. She is a Force - bold in ambition and unwavering in principles. She breaks barriers, builds legacies and carries her strength like armor, never afraid to speak the truth or chase her vision. Both professionally and personally, she exemplifies resilience, innovation and impact.