Dr Anitha Chinnaswamy

Associate Professor in Cyber Security Management and Director of GRIIT, Aston University

Dr Anitha Chinnaswamy is Associate Professor in Cyber Security Management at Aston University and Director of the GRIIT (Gender Equity Research & Inclusive Innovation in Technology) Network. She leads cyber security initiatives with partners across government, industry and law enforcement, helping address real-world digital challenges. Her contributions to research, education, innovation and inclusive capability development have received multiple national and regional awards, including the Outstanding Cyber Security Professional Award in 2026.