About me
Arati Avhad is a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of industry experience, currently serving as the Director of Software Engineering at Cisco's Security Business Group. In her 13-year tenure at Cisco, Arati has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge Cloud and Network Security solutions.
In her current role, Arati leads the Threat Detection vertical for Cisco's Next Generation Firewall. She leads groundbreaking technologies such as the Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) named Snort, the AI/ML-powered Encrypted Visibility Engine, and Zero Trust Network Access. Her expertise and leadership have been pivotal in delivering innovative solutions that address multi-billion dollar opportunities in the cybersecurity landscape.
Recognized as a transformative leader, Arati has a proven track record of driving innovation and excellence. She is deeply passionate about mentoring women in technology and is a proud champion of diversity, continuously striving to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.
