Andrei Robachevsky

Andrei Robachevsky is a seasoned professional in the field of Internet infrastructure and cybersecurity, currently serving as the Technical Director of the Internet Integrity Program at the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA). In this role, he focuses on developing collaborative approaches to address key cybersecurity shortcomings in the Internet infrastructure, engaging with operators, researchers, and policy stakeholders.

Prior to his tenure at GCA, Robachevsky was the Senior Director of Technology Programs at the Internet Society until February 2024. During his time there, he was instrumental in launching the Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security (MANRS) initiative, an industry-led effort aimed at improving the security and resilience of the Internet’s global routing system.

Earlier in his career, he served as the Chief Technical Officer at the RIPE NCC, one of the five Regional Internet Registries (RIRs), where he was responsible for the organization’s IT strategy, including the management of the K-root DNS root server.

Robachevsky has been actively involved in various Internet governance and technical communities. He was a member of the Internet Architecture Board (IAB) from 2010 to 2012 and participated in the Consolidated RIR IANA Stewardship Proposal (CRISP) team in 2014. In November 2024, he was elected to the Number Resource Organization Number Council (NRO NC).

Where’s your favorite place in the world?

The Amalfi coast, and the town itself. It is truly a paradise on earth. But it is also amazing to see how every square meter is being cultivated with terraced citrus yards (Amalfi lemon). That always reminds me that by overcoming challenges and constraints humans achieve greater results than by avoiding them.

What do you enjoy doing when you are not working?

I like to take a walk. Walking calms me down and stimulates thinking. But I am no stranger to more energetic activities – I like skiing and playing with my cats!