Kalyan Chakradhar Regula is an accomplished Engineering Director with over 15 years of expertise in developing enterprise-grade, multi-tenant cloud solutions that optimize device, application, and user management. With a robust technical foundation, Mr. Regula has led transformative projects from inception to significant revenue generation, consistently bringing innovation and high standards of quality to every initiative. His substantial impact in the industry is underscored by 20+ patents in fields including device and application management, security, and user authentication, marking him as a forward-thinking problem solver with a deep commitment to intellectual property and continuous advancement in technology. Mr. Regula’s professional prowess spans software engineering, cloud security, user and application management, device lifecycle management, and compiler verification. He has a comprehensive understanding of machine learning and data science principles, which he has leveraged to drive innovations in risk assessment and anomaly detection. Technically proficient in programming languages such as C#, SQL, GoLang, and Ruby, as well as technologies like .NET Core, SpecFlow, AWS, and Azure Synapse, he excels in the development and deployment of highly secure and scalable systems. Mr. Regula is also well-versed in agile methodologies, quality engineering, and has demonstrated a keen ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and execute large-scale engineering roadmaps.

Currently serving as a Principal Engineering Manager at Microsoft Corp, Mr. Regula spearheads the development of advanced security solutions to prevent unauthorized access and manage user identities. He applies machine learning and heuristic algorithms to process billions of security signals, ensuring high-availability services in the Azure cloud with robust authentication risk assessments. Collaborating closely with data scientists and security teams, Mr. Regula continually enhances Microsoft’s risk detection algorithms, delivering proactive solutions that secure customer data and business operations. Prior to Microsoft, Mr. Regula served as the Director of Engineering at VMware, where he successfully executed numerous product and engineering roadmaps. His leadership was pivotal in growing the Win10 Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) business from inception to a multi-million-dollar valuation within two years. His tenure at VMware was marked by several milestones, including formalizing solution architecture processes, implementing automation across engineering functions, and establishing quality-driven practices. He led innovations such as the integration of osquery libraries to optimize device data sampling and designed comprehensive frameworks for testing and deployment, which contributed to VMware’s product efficiency and customer satisfaction. Earlier in his career, as a Senior Manager of Engineering at VMware AirWatch, Mr. Regula oversaw the development of product features for Apple and Android platforms, supporting the seamless enrollment and management of diverse devices. He played a critical role in transitioning team processes to align with VMware standards, pioneering release trains for more frequent updates and implementing agile methodologies. His foresight in establishing quality initiatives, such as monthly testing cycles and targeted regressions, led to significant improvements in product stability and customer experience. Mr. Regula began his journey as a Software Engineer at Aurigo Software Technologies, where he developed foundational skills in web applications and automation processes, setting the stage for his rapid ascent in the tech industry. Mr. Regula holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Clemson University and dual undergraduate degrees in Computer Science and Economics from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani. His academic achievements include multiple research and teaching assistantships at Clemson, and he has published scholarly articles on embedded network software verification. Mr. Regula’s contributions to the tech field have been recognized through his numerous patents, which cover critical areas in device and application management, user authentication, and system security. Throughout his career, Mr. Regula has consistently driven value through technological innovations and business growth initiatives. His key accomplishments include: Leading the growth of VMware’s Win10 UEM business to a multi-million dollar valuation through strategic execution and technical expertise. Championing customer experience improvements, with impactful root cause corrective action processes embedded into engineering workflows. Partnering with industry leaders, such as Dell Engineering, to deliver mission-critical products, optimizing BIOS attestation and provisioning processes for heightened security. Pioneering end-to-end testing frameworks, containerization, and deployment strategies that align with modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles, resulting in scalable and resilient cloud solutions. Developing secure and resilient cloud services at Microsoft that protect customer assets from potential cyber threats, showcasing his commitment to securing digital ecosystems. Mr. Regula is eager to contribute to professional communities and share his knowledge with like-minded experts. His commitment to advancing technology and fostering collaborative innovation makes him an invaluable addition to any professional organization. Passionate about mentoring the next generation of engineers, he strives to inspire others through a blend of technical acumen and strategic vision, setting a benchmark for engineering excellence. with a relentless pursuit of excellence, Mr. Regula remains dedicated to advancing cloud security, device management, and data-driven decision-making in the tech industry. His technical mastery, leadership, and unwavering dedication to innovation position him as an influential figure in the world of cloud computing and enterprise security.