Usha Sharma is an experienced professional in cybersecurity and data management, currently serving as Associate Director of Security Engineering at Verizon since July 2021, focusing on Cyber Data Management & Protection. Prior roles at Verizon include Enterprise Data Protection Leader and Senior Manager in Business Intelligence/Data Operations, where initiatives in data governance and analytics were led. Usha's background also includes significant contributions at Verizon Wireless, as a Senior Manager for Technical Project Management, where cross-functional teams were led to enhance automation and efficiency, resulting in substantial cost savings. Additionally, Usha has held various managerial and leadership positions across organizations like BD and Honeywell, contributing to portfolio management, business intelligence, and project execution. Usha Sharma holds multiple degrees, including a Master's in Technology Management, an MBA, and a Certificate in Executive Data Science from prestigious institutions.