Harish Viswanatha is a seasoned Staff Software Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, where he leverages his extensive expertise in software development and integration to enhance the capabilities of VM-Series and CN-Series Next Generation Firewalls. His role is pivotal in driving the deployment of these advanced...
Harish Viswanatha is a seasoned Staff Software Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, where he leverages his extensive expertise in software development and integration to enhance the capabilities of VM-Series and CN-Series Next Generation Firewalls. His role is pivotal in driving the deployment of these advanced security solutions across both private and public cloud environments, including VMware ESXi, KVM, Hyper-V, AWS, Azure, GCP, and OCI. Harish’s proficiency in Layer 7 firewall technologies, underpinned by his hands-on experience with DPDK and the Linux network stack, positions him as a key contributor to the development of robust security architectures that meet the evolving needs of cloud-native applications.
In his current capacity, Harish is deeply involved in projects that focus on virtualization and cloud security, particularly in Kubernetes environments. His strong foundation in TCP/IP and routing protocols enables him to optimize network performance and ensure seamless integration of security features within complex cloud infrastructures. Harish’s technical toolkit includes advanced skills in C++, multithreading, socket programming, and GDB, allowing him to tackle intricate challenges in network security and performance tuning.
With a commitment to innovation, Harish actively collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge solutions that enhance the security posture of enterprises. His expertise in Git and Visual SVN ensures efficient version control and collaboration, while his knowledge of OpenFlow contributes to the development of dynamic network management strategies. As a thought leader in the field, Harish is dedicated to advancing the capabilities of next-generation firewalls, making significant strides in securing the cloud landscape.
