Anand Prakash
About Anand Prakash
Anand Prakash is currently working at SentinelOne in Cloud Native Security. He previously founded PingSafe and AppSecure Security, and has been recognized in Forbes 30 under 30 for his contributions to enterprise technology.
Professional Experience at SentinelOne
Anand Prakash currently serves as Cloud Native Security at SentinelOne. In this role, he implements and oversees security measures tailored to cloud environments. His responsibilities may include developing security protocols, monitoring cloud-based systems, and ensuring the overall security of SentinelOne's cloud infrastructure. Anand Prakash's transition to this role follows the acquisition of PingSafe by SentinelOne, marking another significant step in his career focused on cybersecurity.
CEO and Founder of PingSafe
Anand Prakash founded PingSafe in 2020, serving as CEO until 2024. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, PingSafe specialized in cloud security, leveraging insights gained from vulnerabilities discovered throughout Anand’s career. Under his leadership, the company worked with numerous startups, including major players like PhonePe, Navi, and Udaan, to secure their systems. His efforts culminated in the company's acquisition by SentinelOne. This tenure reflects his commitment to cybersecurity and his acumen in building and leading a technology-focused enterprise.
Founding AppSecure Security
Before establishing PingSafe, Anand Prakash founded AppSecure Security in 2016. Over the next four years, he led the company remotely from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, focusing on security audits and consultations. AppSecure provided security solutions to over 130 startups, including billion-dollar companies such as PhonePe, Navi, and Udaan. Anand's role highlighted his expertise in identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, contributing to safer digital environments for numerous organizations.
Security Engineering at Flipkart
From 2013 to 2016, Anand Prakash was part of the security team at Flipkart, an e-commerce giant based in Bangalore, India. As a Security Engineer, he collaborated with developers to write secure code and establish secure infrastructure. His contributions helped fortify the company's defenses against potential security breaches, reflecting his early proficiency in cybersecurity.
Educational Background
Anand Prakash earned his Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Computer Science from Vellore Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. Prior to this, he attended Resonance Eduventures Limited from 2008 to 2010. His educational foundation in computer science equipped him with the skills and knowledge necessary for his subsequent achievements in cybersecurity and technology.
Early Internships and Achievements
In 2013, Anand Prakash completed a series of internships that set the stage for his career in cybersecurity. He interned briefly with Haryana Police as a Cyber Security Intern in Gurgaon and with E-Billing Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (EBS) as a Security Intern in Chennai. Notably, he ranked 2nd globally on Facebook's bug bounty program in 2014 and 2016, and 3rd in 2015, showcasing his early aptitude for identifying security vulnerabilities. His contributions were further recognized when he was named in Forbes 30 under 30 in the Enterprise Tech category for his work in protecting user data.