Aparna Achanta

Aparna Achanta is a Security Architect and Leader at IBM Consulting with extensive experience driving mission-critical cybersecurity initiatives, particularly in federal agencies. Aparna specializes in securing Emerging technologies in federal agencies, including low-code, No-Code applications, and Generative AI applications.Aparna is a member of the Forbes Technology Council and a Senior Member of IEEE. Aparna is a passionate advocate for women in tech, she is a founding member at the WomenTech Network and an executive board member at Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Austin Chapter.Aparna was named to the list of 40 Under 40 in Cybersecurity by TopCyber News Magazine for her contributions to the cybersecurity community.