Sep 22-26, 2025
Los Altos High School
Rudolph Araujo
VP of Enterprise Product Strategy and Marketing
Arista Networks
Unlock the Code: Hacking, Security, and Your Future Career
Technology
Look around—everything from smartphones to smart fridges is connected, making them prime targets for attacks. This talk dives into the world of modern cybersecurity, where hackers are the real-life villains. We’ll break down real-world data breaches, showing you what these attackers are after and how they pull it off—no ‘hackerman’ hoodie required.
So, how do organizations fight back? With a Zero Trust mindset, a game-changing approach to security that’s all about 'never trust, always verify.' But here’s the twist—you can use this same mindset to protect your own digital world, whether you’re leveling up in a game, posting on social media, or just scrolling TikTok.
Finally, we’ll explore some of the dope career paths in this booming field. From ethical hacking (yes, you can legally hack stuff) to digital forensics and threat hunting, cybersecurity is packed with opportunities for anyone who’s into tech, solving puzzles, or wants to make a real difference. Your next big adventure could be in cyber defense—and trust me, it’s way cooler than it sounds.
Meet the Speaker:
Rudolph Araujo currently serves as the VP of Enterprise Product Strategy and Marketing at Arista Networks. He is an accomplished executive who has led product strategy at major cybersecurity firms, including FireEye and McAfee. Rudolph is a seasoned security practitioner and has responded to some of the world’s most consequential breaches during his time at FireEye/Mandiant and McAfee/Foundstone. His expertise in cyber intelligence and threat analysis has earned him several accolades in the industry, including 14 consecutive years of the Microsoft Security MVP Award. Rudolph has had the privilege to teach on cyber security topics at major conferences as well as at some of the world’s premier academic institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University and Royal Holloway, University of London.