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I am a cybersecurity and technology executive with a proven record of leading security strategy, governance, and risk management at scale across global enterprises and high-growth organizations. My career spans startups, public companies, and the Fortune 500, where I have built and matured security programs that protect critical infrastructure, accelerate go-to-market, and strengthen customer trust. I have led enterprise-wide initiatives including the creation of global SOCs, integration of product security into CI/CD pipelines, and governance frameworks that meet board and regulatory expectations. I have also guided security integrations during acquisitions, aligning people, processes, and technologies to protect billions in enterprise value. What sets me apart is the ability to connect technical depth with business impact. I engage confidently with front-line engineers, C-Suite executives, boards, and customers, ensuring security is seen not as a blocker but as a driver of resilience and growth. My focus is building organizations where security and trust become core business advantages.
SVP & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Five9 | Leading Global Security Strategy and Operations As SVP and CISO at Five9, I lead the company's global security vision and strategy, ensuring the protection of our cloud contact center platform that serves millions of customers worldwide. Working at the intersection of cloud security, risk management, and business enablement, I drive security initiatives that support Five9's rapid growth while maintaining the highest levels of security and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Architecting and executing enterprise-wide security strategy aligned with business objectives Leading global security teams across SOC, Cloud Security, Application Security, Security Awareness and Corp Security Establishing security frameworks and policies for cloud-native environments Driving security innovation in AI-powered contact center solutions Building robust security partnerships with customers, vendors, and industry leaders Providing quarterly security and risk updates to the Board of Directors Partnering with executive leadership to align security strategy with business objectives Fostering security culture across the organization Passionate about mentoring security professionals and contributing to the broader cybersecurity community through thought leadership and industry engagement.
Okta CISO Forum brings cybersecurity leaders together to exchange insights on how to address dynamic Identity challenges and the ever-evolving threat landscape.
As VP of Product Security for Palo Alto Networks, I led teams responsible for Application Security, Product and Cloud Security Architecture, and PSIRT. I built, motivated, and diversified teams with exceptional performance and reliability. I scaled the security team and established a service model for security, creating 15 security services. Additionally, I implemented several protection initiatives, including Software Supply chain, Cloud Security, and developed measurable metrics to reflect the baseline application security posture for the Palo Alto Networks products. I partnered with Engineering, and IT teams to operate with velocity and security while building products and expertly drove security at scale in high-growth businesses.
Global head of Information Security for SAP Ariba. Responsible for Product and Application Security, Public and Private cloud security as well as security architecture.
As VP and Chief Security Officer at CallidusCloud, I helm the organization's top security role, developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy. My responsibilities encompass overseeing the Information Security team, covering architecture, design, engineering, operations, governance, and compliance. Key Achievements: Strategic Security Leadership: Crafted and implemented an enterprise-wide security strategy that aligns with business goals and safeguards operations, assets, and data. Team Management: Managed a multi-disciplinary Information Security team, ensuring seamless integration of security practices into all facets of the enterprise. Risk Management & Compliance: Directed risk management initiatives and compliance activities, aligning with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fostered strong inter-departmental relationships, enhancing the effectiveness of security programs and promoting a culture of security awareness. Enterprise Security Accountability: Held accountable for the overall security posture of the enterprise, ensuring effective strategies are in place to combat cyber threats. Leadership in Security Initiatives: Led CallidusCloud's information security program through collaboration and risk-based priority setting, guiding the organization towards robust security practices. My role demands adaptability and strategic foresight in the face of evolving cyber risks, a challenge I approach with a results-driven and proactive mindset.