iMerit, a global leader in delivering high-quality data solutions for artificial intelligence, has announced the appointment of Colonel Georgeo Xavier Pulikkathara, a highly decorated U.S. Army veteran, as its new CFO and CISO.

Pulikkathara brings a strong track record of leadership across industries including defense, technology, banking, and healthcare. He currently serves as CIO & CISO for the 81st Readiness Division in the U.S. Army Reserve, overseeing mission-critical IT systems that support nearly 50,000 personnel across 247 facilities in nine states. He is also the founder of GXP Security and has held senior leadership positions at major organizations such as Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, RBC Capital Markets, BMO, AIG, Avanade, Dovenmuehle Mortgage, DataStax, and the U.S. Army.

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A recipient of two Bronze Star medals, Pulikkathara is pursuing a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity at National University. His academic background includes an MBA from the University of North Carolina and a BBA from the University of Houston. He also holds an extensive list of industry certifications, including CISSP, CISM, CISA, CDPSE, PMP, ITIL, Azure Fundamentals, and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.

“George’s extensive expertise in safeguarding complex digital environments will be vital as iMerit continues to expand into highly regulated industries,” said Radha R. Basu, CEO of iMerit. “His leadership reinforces our commitment to data security and client trust, both of which are essential for advancing safe AI innovation.”

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iMerit has made significant investments in strengthening its security infrastructure, ensuring compliance with global standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, and TISAX. The company’s Information Security and Infrastructure division plays a central role in deploying next-generation security frameworks to support clients operating in mission-critical sectors.

Commenting on his new role, Pulikkathara said, “iMerit’s dedication to ensuring data security in the fast-evolving AI ecosystem resonates strongly with me. By combining IT and cybersecurity best practices, I look forward to supporting the company’s global operations and helping its clients achieve both compliance and trust in responsible AI adoption.”

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