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Avinash Pathak, a Senior Systems Engineer at Cisco Systems, brings over a decade of expertise in data center automation, AI, statistical modeling, nanotechnology, and sensors to design intelligent, scalable solutions that automate processes, reduce manual effort, and align technology strategy with business goals\u2014all while driving innovation through cross-functional collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please provide us with a brief of yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am Aparna Achanta, Principal Security Architect at IBM. I have over a decade of experience architecting and leading major digital transformation projects for U.S. federal clients. I have worked with clients such as the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What is your role in the company?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a Principal Security Architect at IBM. I spearheaded centers of excellence for GenAI and Low-Code\/No-Code at U.S. federal agencies. I implemented AI-based observability and performance monitoring tools to improve logging and reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Please tell us more about your organization?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am part of IBM Consulting. IBM Consulting provides services to companies, global government organizations, nonprofits, and NGOs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has approximately 160,000 employees worldwide, with capabilities spanning strategy and management consulting, experience design, technology and systems integration, and operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q4. Describe the industry your organization is specialized in, as well as its main characteristics.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBM Consulting has three main divisions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Business Transformation Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Cybersecurity Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Hybrid Cloud Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5. Congratulations! As the winner of the TITAN Business Awards, what does it mean for you and your team to receive this distinction?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am truly honored to receive a Gold award in the TITAN Business Awards for Cybersecurity. This award gives me the credibility to share my knowledge and mentor others who want to break into cybersecurity, as well as the motivation to continue learning about emerging trends in the field and applying them to the clients I serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technical Consulting Engineer: AI & Automation Specialist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore the journey of Aparna Achanta<\/a>, the Gold Winner at the 2024 TITAN Business Awards. She\u2019s a Principal Security Architect at IBM, driving GenAI and Low-Code innovation while transforming federal systems with over a decade of expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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