When a leader in operating system security speaks, you would be wise to listen. In this conversation, Scott Brammer interviews Sunil Gottumukkala, CEO and co-founder of Averlon, a cloud security platform. Sunil shares his extensive background in cybersecurity, including his time at Microsoft and Salesforce, and discusses the unique approach Averlon takes to address real-world breach risks. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how attackers operate and the need for effective communication between security and engineering teams. Sunil also reflects on his entrepreneurial journey, the milestones Averlon has achieved since coming out of stealth mode, and the innovative technologies that set Averlon apart in the cybersecurity landscape. Sunil covers the evolving landscape of AI in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of generative AI as a differentiator. He shares insights on targeting clients who are adopting cloud technologies and highlights success stories from early adopters. He reflects on his foundational experiences at Microsoft (running operating system security!!) and offers advice for aspiring leaders in the tech industry. He also delves into the challenges of navigating venture capital and the importance of software resilience and liability in cybersecurity.