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Abhishek Narula
CTO (SOAR Business) at Fortinet
Abhishek Narula is a seasoned technologist and management professional with 24 years of experience in developing software products in areas such as CyberSecurity, Business Continuity, Storage Management, Cloud Integrations, and 3D graphics applications.
He has successfully led the development of 6 products from conceptualization to market delivery, showcasing his versatile skills as an engineer, team leader, and techno-people manager.
Abhishek has a strong foundation in CyberSecurity, having built Security Orchestration Products, and has expertise in creating Cloud products including unique storage-based offerings for OpenStack, Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) for Microsoft Azure and Amazon clouds.
His experience also extends to High Availability, Disaster Recovery, and Storage Management software, where he has contributed significantly to products like Veritas Cluster Server (VCS) and Storage Foundation for Windows (SFW-HA).
In Virtualized Environments, Abhishek has developed Symantec ApplicationHA product integrated with VMware, HyperV, and RHEL, which gained recognition from VMware for OEM consideration.
Additionally, he has delved into the realm of 3D graphics, creating an application (Eidetic Design) tailored for interior designers to visualize interiors realistically through photos.
Abhishek's specialties lie in Product Development and creating cohesive team cultures, demonstrating his proficiency in building and nurturing effective teams.
His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Application from the School of Management and Technology, along with certifications in various computer applications, databases, compilers, and programming from IBM Ace.
Throughout his career, Abhishek has held key leadership roles in reputable organizations, including Chief Technology Officer (SOAR Business Unit) and Vice President of Engineering at Fortinet, as well as Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President at CyberSponse, Inc. across different departments like Product, Engineering, and more.
His experience spans from established products to dynamic startup environments, showcasing his adaptability and leadership skills. Abhishek Narula stands out for his deep-rooted expertise in technology and product management, backed by a proven track record of successful product launches and team building.