Russell Koste
Questioner · DISC type cAs the CISO at Biogen, Russell Koste is a cybersecurity executive with deep experience in the life sciences sector, having previously held senior roles at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Northrop Grumman, and Fidelity. He holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University and is a CISSP, with a focus on building empowered, highly capable teams.
Outside of work, Russell is a long-time automotive enthusiast and has been a member of the Porsche Club of America for over two decades. He has also demonstrated a passion for community involvement through participation in corporate days of service, highlighting his commitment to giving back.
He is a vocal advocate for protecting "innovation capital" in the healthcare industry, co-chairing working groups to establish best practices for safeguarding intellectual property.
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They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.
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Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.
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