A Study On Data Ethics And Cybersecurity In Human Resource Management In It Sector, In Bengaluru
Sneha. V, B. Preethi, Veena Bhavikatti · International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews · 2025
In today's fast-paced digital world, Human Resource Management (HRM) is no longer just about hiring and onboarding it's also about protecting the digital footprints of employees.This project explores the rising importance of data ethics and cybersecurity in HR practices within the IT sector, where sensitive employee information is stored, analyzed, and sometimes even interpreted by AI-powered systems.As HR departments increasingly adopt digital tools from cloud-based HR platforms to AI-driven recruitment algorithms new ethical and legal challenges emerge.This research combines primary data (surveys and interviews with HR professionals) and secondary data (existing literature, regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and India's DPDP Act) to uncover how HR teams manage the delicate balance between compliance, technology, and human trust.Findings reveal that while awareness of data protection is growing, gaps still exist in training, policy enforcement, and ethical decision-making especially in remote and AI-enhanced work environments.The study concludes that for the IT sector, it's no longer enough for HR to be people-focused; it must also be data-responsible.Meaningful change will require a cultural shift where cybersecurity and ethics are not just checkboxes, but core values of the modern HR function.