| Summary | - In 1998, Madhu moved to the USA to further his education with a master's degree in Computer Science.
- He began his professional journey as a software engineer for Verizon, focusing on substantial technology and network projects.
- Contributing significantly as an engineering manager at Samsung Mobile, he earned a U.S. patent during his tenure.
- Madhu took on the role of senior manager at HTC Corporation in 2011 before moving to Polycom as the Director of Central Engineering.
- In January 2017, he became the Chief Technology Officer for CallHealth Services in India, leading healthcare technology initiatives.
- By January 2019, Madhu served as Senior Director of Business Solutions at Sanford Health, where he led digital transformation efforts in healthcare.
- After earning his Ph.D. in Information Systems from Dakota State University, he was appointed to the advisory committee of the same university in April 2024.
- Madhu was announced as South Dakota's Chief Technology Officer in August 2024 and took on the roles of Chief Information Officer and Commissioner of the state Bureau of Information and Telecommunications in September 2024.
- In May 2025, he was appointed Deputy Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and later also assumed the role of Acting Director, particularly during critical moments for U.S. cyber security.
- His professional reputation faced scrutiny in January 2026 due to a report about improper document handling with AI platforms, but his background as a motorcycle enthusiast and love for outdoor activities remains a defining part of his persona.
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