Kranti Teja Panda

Kranti Teja Panda is a seasoned network security professional with extensive experience in managing security projects and compliance initiatives across various organizations. Currently serving as Network Security Manager at HeartCentrix Solutions, Kranti leads network/security integration projects and enhances governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) programs. Previously, at AARP, Kranti directed network security projects and improved team efficiency by 55% through Agile practices. As a Sr. Network Security Architect at the University of California San Diego, Kranti improved threat detection strategies, while earlier roles included significant contributions to global security projects at Purdue Pharma L.P. and infrastructure design at Shell Networks and Solutions Limited. Kranti holds a Master’s degree in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications from George Mason University and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University.