executive of the year
Chitra Dharmarajan Vice President, Security & Privacy Engineering, Okta www.linkedin.com/in/chitra-dharmarajan-970a603/ Chitra Dharmarajan is a distinguished technology executive based in Silicon Valley, renowned for her expertise in Security and Privacy Engineering. Her specialization lies in fortifying product solutions within intricate multi-cloud environments, applications, and containerized services. With over 20 years of experience, Chitra has spearheaded
critical security initiatives at prominent organizations such as Cisco Systems, Juniper Networks, General Electric, Argo AI, and Box. She currently excels as the Security & Privacy Engineering leader at Okta, where she pioneers cutting- edge security solutions and has effectively scaled global teams to deliver Secure By Design initiatives. Chitra’s dedication extends well beyond her professional accomplishments. She is a passionate advocate for diversity in STEM fields, having served as Adjunct Faculty at Bay Area community colleges, where she inspires and mentors the next generation of technology professionals. Her influence is also felt across various professional communities, including NDISAC, the Global Purple Book Club, and the Gartner Evanta CISO networks, where she shares her valuable insights and expertise. Her career exemplifies a profound commitment to advancing technological security while fostering a more inclusive tech industry. As an active mentor in the EWF Lift program, Chitra empowers her mentees to excel in cyber careers, reflecting her unwavering dedication to both technological excellence and community support.
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