Upendra Kanuru
( United Services Automobile Association (USAA) )
Upendra Kanuru is a highly accomplished Software Professional with over 14 years of transformative experience within the Life, Annuities, and Health Insurance sectors. He possesses a distinct specialization in Cloud DevSecOps, underpinned by comprehensive expertise that spans Mainframes, advanced Cloud Services, FinOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Practices. Mr. Kanuru has demonstrated instrumental leadership in spearheading major public cloud transformation initiatives, successfully modernizing critical applications and seamlessly integrating third-party systems, which has yielded significant gains in operational efficiency. His proficiencies extend to architecting robust DevOps pipelines, implementing strategic platform engineering practices, and cultivating a FinOps culture that intelligently optimizes cloud expenditures.
Academically, Mr. Kanuru holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science Engineering and a Master's Degree in Finance. Further solidifying his advanced standing in the field, he is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Computer Science, with a specialization in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. His professional credentials are further evidenced by esteemed industry designations, including LOMA FLMI, AAPA, ACS, and AHM.
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ICST 2026 | IIT Patna, India | August 01-02, 2026