Leadership Overview
Crowdstrike has 7 executives leading key functions including information technology, field technology strategy, proactive security, technology strategy, global public sector, worldwide field technology, and federal technology.
Focused on delivering cloud-native cybersecurity, Crowdstrike protects enterprise endpoints and cloud workloads through a unified, AI-driven platform that neutralizes sophisticated adversarial threats across global networks.
Focused on delivering cloud-native cybersecurity, Crowdstrike protects enterprise endpoints and cloud workloads through a unified, AI-driven platform that neutralizes sophisticated adversarial threats across global networks.
Leadership Roles at Crowdstrike
Justin Acquaro - Chief Information Officer
Justin Acquaro, the Chief Information Officer at Crowdstrike, directs the internal digital infrastructure and enterprise technology systems supporting global operations. Managing the complex IT landscape, the Chief Information Officer ensures that internal security protocols align with the high-performance requirements of the Falcon platform. This leadership role involves scaling internal compute resources to support massive volumes of real-time endpoint telemetry and threat graph data processing. By optimizing internal workflows, Justin Acquaro maintains the operational agility necessary for a cloud-native security leader. The Chief Information Officer collaborates with engineering teams to integrate advanced AI models into corporate systems, thereby enhancing internal resilience against emerging cyber threats. Through the implementation of robust, scalable IT frameworks, Acquaro secures the foundational technology stack that powers the entire organization, ensuring seamless connectivity and data integrity across all international business units.
Kazunori Furusawa - Field Tech Strategist, Office of the Chief Technology Officer
Kazunori Furusawa, the Field Tech Strategist, Office of the Chief Technology Officer at Crowdstrike, architects technical engagement models for enterprise clients navigating complex security environments. Translating the capabilities of the Falcon platform into actionable defense strategies, the Field Tech Strategist, Office of the Chief Technology Officer bridges the gap between advanced cloud-native architecture and specific customer security requirements. This role involves analyzing real-time behavioral telemetry to provide tailored protection against zero-day threats and ransomware incidents. Kazunori Furusawa drives the adoption of proactive security frameworks across diverse market sectors, ensuring that clients leverage the full potential of the centralized threat graph database. By refining technical deployment strategies, Furusawa enhances the efficacy of endpoint protection mechanisms. The Field Tech Strategist, Office of the Chief Technology Officer maintains constant alignment with product development teams to ensure that field insights directly inform future iterations of the security platform.
Mike Petronaci - Chief Technology Officer, Proactive Security
Mike Petronaci, the Chief Technology Officer, Proactive Security at Crowdstrike, oversees the development of predictive defense mechanisms designed to neutralize adversarial tactics before exploitation occurs. Architecting the behavioral analysis engines within the Falcon platform, the Chief Technology Officer, Proactive Security ensures that the system identifies malicious patterns with high precision. This leadership role involves managing the integration of sophisticated artificial intelligence models that map complex attacker relationships in real-time. Mike Petronaci drives the evolution of proactive security protocols, shifting the focus from reactive patching to continuous, automated threat hunting. By refining the threat graph database, the Chief Technology Officer, Proactive Security enables the organization to push defensive adaptations instantly across global network boundaries. Petronaci maintains a rigorous focus on reducing endpoint compute overhead while maximizing detection capabilities, ensuring that the security framework remains both lightweight and highly effective against modern, automated ransomware schemes.
Sanket Bhasin - Principal Technology Strategist (Chief Technology Officer Org)
Sanket Bhasin, the Principal Technology Strategist (Chief Technology Officer Org) at Crowdstrike, evaluates emerging technological trends to maintain the competitive edge of the Falcon platform. Analyzing the intersection of cloud-native architecture and evolving cybersecurity threats, the Principal Technology Strategist (Chief Technology Officer Org) provides the technical roadmap for long-term innovation. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure that the platform remains at the forefront of endpoint protection and digital identity security. Sanket Bhasin drives strategic initiatives that enhance the scalability of the multi-tenant infrastructure, allowing for the seamless ingestion of massive volumes of system telemetry. By identifying structural deviations in attacker behavior, Bhasin informs the development of new defensive features. The Principal Technology Strategist (Chief Technology Officer Org) ensures that the organization continues to replace legacy hardware-dependent security models with agile, cloud-based solutions that provide immediate, predictive protection for global enterprise assets.
Karan Sondhi - Vice President, Chief Technology Officer - Global Public Sector
Karan Sondhi, the Vice President, Chief Technology Officer - Global Public Sector at Crowdstrike, directs the implementation of advanced cybersecurity solutions for government and public sector entities worldwide. Tailoring the Falcon platform to meet the stringent compliance and security requirements of public institutions, the Vice President, Chief Technology Officer - Global Public Sector ensures that cloud-native protection scales effectively across complex, sensitive networks. This leadership role involves managing the deployment of real-time threat intelligence to defend against state-sponsored adversarial tactics and credential exploitation. Karan Sondhi drives the adoption of proactive defense mechanisms that replace outdated, hardware-reliant security architectures. By aligning technical capabilities with the unique operational needs of the public sector, Sondhi enhances the resilience of critical infrastructure. The Vice President, Chief Technology Officer - Global Public Sector collaborates with policy and engineering teams to ensure that the platform remains compliant with international security standards while delivering superior, predictive protection.
Fabio Fratucello - Worldwide Field Chief Technology Officer
Fabio Fratucello, the Worldwide Field Chief Technology Officer at Crowdstrike, leads the technical strategy for global market expansion and enterprise client adoption. Overseeing the application of the Falcon platform across diverse international regions, the Worldwide Field Chief Technology Officer ensures that the cloud-native security framework addresses the specific threat landscapes encountered by global organizations. This role involves translating complex technical telemetry into strategic value for large-scale enterprise deployments. Fabio Fratucello drives the integration of real-time behavioral analysis into client environments, enabling proactive defense against sophisticated ransomware and zero-day threats. By managing the technical interface between the company and its global customer base, Fratucello ensures that the platform continuously evolves to meet emerging security challenges. The Worldwide Field Chief Technology Officer coordinates with regional teams to optimize the deployment of the centralized threat graph database, ensuring consistent, high-performance protection across all global network boundaries.
John Amorosi - Chief Technology Officer, Federal
John Amorosi, the Chief Technology Officer, Federal at Crowdstrike, architects the security strategy for federal agencies, focusing on the modernization of defense mechanisms through cloud-native technology. Managing the implementation of the Falcon platform within highly regulated environments, the Chief Technology Officer, Federal ensures that federal networks benefit from real-time threat intelligence and automated behavioral analysis. This leadership role involves navigating the complexities of federal cybersecurity mandates while deploying proactive defense solutions that neutralize sophisticated adversarial tactics. John Amorosi drives the transition from legacy, hardware-based security to agile, cloud-scale architectures that protect critical data assets. By optimizing the threat graph database for federal use cases, Amorosi enhances the ability of agencies to detect and respond to credential exploitation and automated threats. The Chief Technology Officer, Federal maintains a focus on delivering high-performance security that minimizes system overhead while maximizing protection across the entire federal enterprise.
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