Hi, I'm Arun Parthasarathy - Experienced Security Leader | Ex Google | Posts/Comments=Own
I'm passionate about architecting robust security strategies, especially in cloud environments and for product lifecycles. I thrive on translating complex challenges into actionable plans and leading teams to build secure, resilient systems across diverse industries like FinTech, Big Tech, and Healthcare.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Google and VMware, focusing on product security at scale.
Currently directs Security Architecture and Cloud Security at Kaiser Permanente.
Can help others by providing strategic guidance on cloud security architecture and product development integration.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Product Security
Began career by managing secure product lifecycles and application security at PayPal.
✦ Product Security
✦ Application Security
✦ PCI DSS
Scaling Product Security Leadership
Advanced to Senior Manager and Leader roles at VMware and Google, focusing on product security at scale.
✦ B2B Software
✦ Big Tech
✦ Technical Program Management
Strategic Security Architecture
Currently directing Security Architecture and Cloud Security at Kaiser Permanente, managing enterprise-wide strategy.
✦ Healthcare Industry
✦ Cloud Security
✦ Strategic Leadership
💪🏻 Superpowers
Cloud Security Architect
Designing and implementing secure cloud environments at scale.
✦ Spearheaded cloud security architecture for hyperscale platforms.
✦ Ensured compliance and resilience in complex cloud deployments.
✦ Managed global teams for cloud security initiatives.
Product Security Strategist
Embedding security throughout the software development lifecycle.
✦ Led product security initiatives at Google and VMware.
✦ Managed secure product lifecycle (SPLC) programs.
✦ Integrated security into B2B software development.
Cross-Industry Security Visionary
Applying robust security frameworks across sectors.
✦ Secured operations in FinTech, Big Tech, and Healthcare.
✦ Developed tailored security strategies for unique industry needs.
✦ Advised on vCISO and BISO roles.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring advanced AI security threats and mitigation strategies.
✦ Connecting with peers focused on enterprise-wide security transformation.
✦ Identifying innovative approaches to manage third-party risks at scale.
I can help with
✦ Providing strategic guidance on cloud security architecture and adoption.
✦ Advising on best practices for integrating security into product development.
✦ Sharing insights on building and managing high-performing security teams.
I would love your help on
✦ Recommendations for emerging security technologies in AI and ML.
✦ Insights into cutting-edge threat intelligence sharing platforms.
✦ Connections with leaders in specialized cybersecurity fields, like quantum security.