Kyle Rankin

Kyle Rankin is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in security and infrastructure management across various industries. Currently serving as Technical Lead Manager of Security Assurance at Aurora since April 2024, Rankin previously held the position of Chief Security Officer and President at Purism, SPC from January 2018 to April 2023, where oversight of security and privacy practices was central to the role. Rankin's background includes significant contributions to Linux Journal as a columnist and tech editor, and leadership in security roles at companies such as Zero, Final, Inc., and NCC Group Domain Services, Inc. Additionally, Rankin has played pivotal roles in engineering operations and systems architecture at multiple organizations, demonstrating a strong commitment to security compliance and infrastructure reliability. Rankin holds a degree from the University of Kentucky.