Alexander Anoufriev

Alexander Anoufriev is a seasoned expert in information security and technology, currently serving as Senior Director of Security Risk, Policy and Governance at Cisco since March 2024. Prior to this role, Alexander was the Chief Information Security Officer at ThousandEyes, responsible for various security and management systems from November 2013 to March 2024. Alexander's extensive experience includes leadership positions at Five9, Alcatel-Lucent, and Genesys Telecommunications Laboratories Inc., focusing on security, compliance, risk management, and IT infrastructure. Early career roles include positions at ServiCom, Export-Import Bank, Ankom, and Saint-Petersburg State University, with a solid foundation in software development. Alexander holds a Master’s Degree in Computer Technology and Management from ITMO University and additional education from the University of California, Berkeley.