Vijayanand C D

Vijayanand C. D in shot VCD is a seasoned Pre-Sales Security Solutions Engineer with over 19 years at Cisco, where he has served in roles such as Network Consulting Engineer, Focal Engineer, Technical Leader in CX, and key positions within Cisco Sales. He specializes in guiding global enterprise customers through complex security transformations, focusing on areas such as zero-trust design, cloud and hybrid security and modern SOC strategies. Known for his ability to translate deep technical capabilities into clear business value, he works closely with C-suite leaders to build resilient, scalable, and future-ready security architectures. A dedicated researcher and technology enthusiast, VCD holds certifications in Microsoft Azure and dual CCIEs in Routing & Switching and Data Center. He earned his Master's degree in Internet Communication from Mangalore University and second Master's in System Security from University of Oxford.