Graduated from the S.O. Makarov Pacific Higher Naval School, majoring in Radio Engineering Armament of Submarines.
Following graduation, Andrey Prokopenko served in the Soviet and Russian Navy aboard nuclear-powered submarines. He held senior command positions and was entrusted with key responsibilities in the submarine fleet.
After retiring from active military service, he held executive roles in major Russian companies, including:
LUKOIL Oil Company (OJSC)
Rosneftbunker (OJSC)
Ust-Luga Oil (JSC)
In these roles, he was responsible for economic and transport security operations.
Serving as Vice-Rector for Security of the Educational Process at Saint Petersburg State Marine Technical University.
Andrey Petrovich Prokopenko has been recognized with state and departmental honors for his service and contributions.