Dan Lupascu-Pruna

Dan Lupascu-Pruna, CISSP, is an experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong background in vulnerability management and penetration testing. Currently serving as the Manager of Cyber Defense for Southwest Airlines since March 2022, Dan previously held significant roles at PepsiCo, where responsibilities included leading attack surface management and network defense initiatives. Dan has designed and implemented advanced security technologies across various organizations, including network-based appliances and traffic monitoring tools. With a Master's degree in Information Technology from the University of North Texas and multiple certifications, including CEH, CCNA Security, and PCI Professional, Dan demonstrates a comprehensive expertise in cybersecurity and network administration.