Meet Sushma, a dynamic Security Engineer at Cisco who is at the forefront of revolutionizing cybersecurity practices. With a Master's degree in Information Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and over 5 years of industry experience at tech giants like Amazon, AGCO, and Cisco, Sushma is a force to be reckoned with in the cybersecurity realm.
Currently leading the creation of a DevSecOps pipeline to bring the "shift left" concept to life, Sushma is passionate about integrating security into every stage of the development process. Her expertise doesn't stop there; she is also delving into the cutting-edge world of securing AI pipelines, eager to share her insights and discoveries with the community.
When not fortifying digital fortresses, Sushma can be found participating in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions and hackathons, constantly honing her skills and staying ahead of the curve. Her enthusiasm for cybersecurity is infectious, and her talks are a blend of deep technical knowledge and engaging storytelling.