Alok Tongaonkar
Senior AI & Cybersecurity Leader
- Role
- Senior Director, Ai Engineering at Cisco
- Location
- San Jose, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alok Tongaonkar
As a seasoned AI and cybersecurity leader, I have driven innovation and growth, playing a pivotal role in scaling Palo Alto Networks\' Cloud Security product from $0 to $500M+ ARR. My expertise lies at the intersection of Generative AI application development and cybersecurity, with a proven track record in threat detection, risk management, and delivering solutions to tackle complex enterprise challenges.I excel in bridging technology and business, leading cross-functional teams to develop industry-first capabilities, such as machine learning-powered application reverse engineering and advanced cloud threat detection. With 12 granted patents, 20+ publications, and thought leadership engagements at global events, I am committed to shaping the future of AI and its transformative role in securing modern enterprises.I am passionate about leveraging AI to redefine security, enhance resilience, and unlock new opportunities for growth. Let’s connect to discuss how AI can drive innovation and protect what matters most!
Experience
Senior Director, Ai Engineering
May 2025 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US
Education
Stony Brook University
Master of Science - MS
Stony Brook University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Engineering - BE
Skills
- Software Development
- Python
- Unix
- Device Drivers
- Machine Learning
- Tcp/Ip
- Big Data
- Algorithms
- Databases
- Network Programming
- Distributed Systems
- Linux
- Software Design
- Android
- Computer Science
- C
- Software Engineering
- Java
- C++
- Debugging
- Data Structures
- Testing
- Perl
- Multithreading
- Embedded Systems
- Shell Scripting
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