Jan 2021 – Jan 2024 · 3 yrs · United States · Hybrid

• Technology Leadership & Innovation:
• Architected enterprise technology roadmap integrating conversational AI, machine learning, and big data analytics to transform security operations
• Pioneered AI Co-Pilot platform that automated compliance workflows and operational processes, delivering 40% efficiency gains
• Built secure big data processing infrastructure handling 10M+ daily events across global cloud environments
• Commercialized multiple enterprise SaaS products from concept to market, growing adoption to 2.8M+ enterprise users
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Built and scaled engineering teams across US and international locations, defining roles, processes, and performance frameworks
• Implemented agile development methodologies and DevOps practices to accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality standards
• Managed offshore development resources, establishing clear communications protocols and quality control measures
• Mentored technical leaders across AI/ML, software engineering, and data science domains
• Regulatory Compliance & Security:
• Implemented comprehensive security and compliance regulatory requirements
• Designed data governance architecture that ensured privacy, security, and audit transparency
• Improved government/regulatory compliance from 15% to 92% through systematic technology and process redesign
• Successfully managed security certification processes with zero critical findings
• Executive Leadership:
• Served as technical spokesperson with C-suite customers, partners, and analysts, articulating complex technological value propositions
• Collaborated across business functions to align technology capabilities with market demands and customer needs
• Managed P&L for technology division, optimizing resource allocation while driving innovation
• Grew enterprise technology business from $2M to $22M ARR with 24% CAGR

Nov 2017 – Aug 2020 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Santa Clara

• Led technology strategy and engineering for an AI-focused security startup through successful acquisition and integration.
• Built and led 70+ engineers and data scientists developing AI-powered solutions for enterprise environments
• Commercialized data protection and workflow automation platforms generating $30M ARR
• Designed and implemented machine learning pipelines for automated analysis of sensitive data
• Established architecture review processes ensuring scalability, security, and regulatory compliance
• Directed transition from on-premise to cloud-based SaaS infrastructure, increasing customer flexibility while maintaining data sovereignty

Sep 2009 – Oct 2017 · 8 yrs 1 mo · San Jose, CA

• Directed technology strategy and implementation for Cisco's $300M+ security and cloud portfolio.
• Led Cisco's transformation from hardware-centric security to cloud-based SaaS platforms
• Architected secure infrastructure solutions for healthcare and regulated industry customers
• Managed technology budget and resource allocation across multiple product lines
• Established strategic technology partnerships to accelerate innovation and market adoption
• Implemented CI/CD practices for regulated environments, balancing agility with compliance requirements