Balaji Prakash Rao

• Highly motivated and accomplished executive with extensive experience in defining and directing information security and product security vision, strategy, and execution for major Fortune 500 companies; skilled in engaging with C-level executive leadership • Proven track record of designing and leading vital programs and projects grounded in security and control best practices; excel in building and leading high-performing teams and offer a winning combination of business and technology leadership with hands-on technical skills • Subject matter expert and strategic thinker, capable of introducing frameworks that safeguard mission-critical information, systems, products, and services; expertise extends to coordinating and executing frameworks to safeguard data, intellectual property, and other sensitive and confidential information • Strong sense of ethics and integrity balanced with calm and composed demeanor when dealing with contentious issues Areas of Expertise: • Visionary Leadership • Information/Product Security Leadership • Strategic Roadmaps • Product Development • Policy and Procedure Development • Data Privacy • Regulatory Compliance • Six Sigma Black Belt • Conflict Management • Intelligent Risk Taking • Strong Communication • Process Improvement