Vijaya Kaza is the Chief Security Officer and Head of Engineering for Trust and Safety at Airbnb. She leads teams responsible for developing the technology (Platforms, tools and AI models), to…

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Vijaya Kaza, Chief Security Officer and Head of Engineering for Trust and Safety at Airbnb, shares her journey from growing up in India to leading security teams at major tech companies. She discusses her accidental entry into cybersecurity, the roles she played at Cisco and FireEye, and her eventual transition to Airbnb. Kaza highlights the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and maintaining a steady head through career setbacks. She also mentions the surprising leadership lessons learned from improvisational comedy.

My Journey To Airbnb | Vijaya Kaza