Faris Ashrafi - Emba

Faris Ashrafi is an experienced professional in network engineering and management with a notable career spanning over a decade. Currently serving as the Manager of Network Engineering at CrowdStrike since November 2024, Faris is responsible for the design, deployment, and operation of the global backbone and optical network. Previously, Faris held various leadership roles at Charter Communications from May 2011 to November 2024, culminating in the position of Director of Engineering, where responsibilities included vision and strategy development for service optimization and project execution. Earlier roles encompassed critical operations management of network infrastructure and customer support for the State of Alaska's extensive communication services. Additionally, Faris has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at Charter College and holds advanced degrees in Information Technology. Faris also obtained a Certificate in Leadership Principles from Harvard Business School Online.