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Ankur Chakraborty
Security Guy @ Google
Ankur Chakraborty is a seasoned Information Security professional currently working at Google as the Head of Security Operations & Programs for Devices & Services. Here are some key details about his professional background:
Current Role at Google
Ankur has been with Google since April 2020, where he leads the Programs & Operations team for Devices & Services Security & Privacy. His responsibilities include:
- Product Security Assurance
- Vulnerability Management
- Incident Response & Monitoring
- Supply chain/Contract Manufacturing security
- Partnerships & Ecosystems Security
- Account Security
His team is responsible for securing and driving privacy features for popular consumer products such as Pixel phones, tablets, watches, Nest devices, Chromecasts, and Fitbit products.1
Previous Experience
Before his current role, Ankur's career in information security includes:
- Google Nest Security & Privacy (May 2016 - April 2020)
- Information Security at Twitter (September 2014 - May 2016)
- Sr. Director of Product Security & Assurance at Visa (October 2011 - September 2014)
- Security Consultant at Cigital (April 2011 - October 2011)
Education
Ankur has pursued education at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business.1
Skills and Expertise
Throughout his career, Ankur has developed expertise in various areas of information security, including:
- Mergers and acquisitions security due diligence
- Third-party and vendor security assessments
- Cloud security architecture and engineering
- Penetration testing
- Software security programs
- DDoS mitigation strategies
Ankur Chakraborty's extensive experience in information security, coupled with his leadership roles at major tech companies, positions him as a respected professional in the field of device and services security and privacy.