As the Chief Product Officer for VIPRE Security Group, Usman Choudhary is responsible for executing the company’s product vision and strategy for advanced threat defense solutions. With contributions to several patented innovations in the early stages of the security space, he was instrumental in influencing the evolution of mission-critical cyber defense programs for the U.S. Navy (PROMETHEUS) and other government agencies, as well as security programs at Microsoft and other large enterprises. Before joining VIPRE, Usman held several product leadership roles to develop identity and security businesses at NetIQ, Novell, and eSecurity. He previously served ten years in technology innovation for the global brokerage industry. Usman received his bachelor’s degree in computer engineering from Rutgers University School of Engineering, and executive leadership education from Harvard Business School. In his personal time, Usman regularly contributes to several non-profit service initiatives nationally and was the recipient of the distinguished U.S. President’s Call to Service Award in 2013.
From the Winter 2023 Issue
Cybersecurity & The Human Factor
Burnout in Cyber-Attack Experts
Author(s):
Usman Choudhary, Chief Product Officer, VIPRE Security Group
Human error has long been one of the most critical cybersecurity risks. Now burned-out employees might be the newest threat continuing to face businesses in the months ahead. Businesses must tackle this issue head-on and prioritize their employees’ well-being, investing in the proper cybersecurity training and support. According to research firm Gartner, cybersecurity leader’s today are … Read more
