About

Dr. Jayaprakash G. is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 21 years of experience in the field. He is currently serving as the Vice President of Information Security at AQR Capital Management and is responsible for leading and managing cybersecurity programs, security and risk management, managed security services, security operations solution architecture, infra/network security, Windows security, web app security, mobile app security, cloud security, AWS security, IoT application security, secure application development, application security assurance, secure SDLC, security architect, product security review, product security architecture, product security roadmap, PCI compliance, data privacy, reliability assurance, and machine learning in cybersecurity. Dr. Jayaprakash has extensive knowledge in asset security, communication and network security, IAM technologies, and has led multiple IT security engagements, defining information security strategy for organizations. He has also led red and blue teams and has a research interest in windows security, mobile security, cloud security, digital forensics, anti-forensics, IoT security, application security, and applied machine learning. Dr. Jayaprakash holds a Ph.D. in Mobile Security, Digital Forensics, Anti-Forensics, Application Security & Machine Learning from IIIT Delhi. He has also earned a Master of Science degree in Software Systems from BITS Pilani and a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering. He completed his high school education at Iyer High School. Dr. Jayaprakash is a certified CISSP, CISM-ISACA, CEH-EC Council, PMP, and has completed machine learning certification from Stanford and Microsoft technology certifications. He has published his research in leading IT security conferences and has shared his point of view on security trends in emerging technologies. Dr. Jayaprakash is a frequent speaker at various security events and is interested in conducting cybersecurity sessions for students, faculty, and common people to create cybersecurity awareness among the masses. He is also a mentor to aspiring students and IT professionals interested in a cybersecurity career. He is currently on the program committee for multiple international security conferences.