At Threat.Technology we track over 100,000 infosec, cyber security, military and cyber startups and over 500,000 people who hold key positions in these companies. We use this directory of startups to highlight top employees, founders and board members we think deserve more appreciation than they are currently getting.
This list showcases the top Georgia, United States based Director operating in the Security space. If you think a Director is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on [email protected].
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Rony Moyal
Country Manager/ Director OEM Sales, AMS of Acronis
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About Acronis, ActivePlatform: Acronis is a cybersecurity company that solves safety, accessibility, privacy, authenticity, and security challenges.
Anne Stevens
Member of the Board of Directors of Lockheed Martin
Anne L. Stevens is a retired Chairman of the Board of Directors and Principal of SA IT Services (June 2011 to December 2014). Previously, Anne was Chairman of the Board of Directors, President and Chief Executive Officer of Carpenter Technology Corporation from November 2006 to October 2009. Prior to Carpenter Technology Corporation, Anne was Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Americas from November 2005 to October 2006, Group Vice President of Canada, Mexico and South America from October 2003 to October 2005, Vice President of North America Vehicle Operations from August 2001 to October 2003 and Vice President of North America Assembly Operations from April 2001 to August 2001 at Ford Motor Company. Anne is a Member of the National Academy of Engineering and currently serves as a Member of the Board of Directors of Anglo American plc and XL Group plc. Anne earned her B.S. degree in Engineering from Drexel University in 1980.
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About : Lockheed Martin is a security company engaged in the research, development, and manufacture of advanced technology systems and products.
John Hansen
Director of Marketing Demand Generation of Iron Mountain
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About Iron Mountain: Iron Mountain provides online backup and data protection.
Robert Joseph
Director of Industrial Strategy for Industry 4.0 of Stanley Black & Decker
Robert Joseph, Ph.D. received an M.S. and a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon in Computer Science, as well as a B.S. and M.S. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Electrical Engineering. He has developed state-of-the-art technology (e.g. online learning systems, phone apps, internet applications, and desktop applications) for companies including AT&T Bell Laboratories, US West, Sony, Freshwater Software, and school districts across the country. Also, as a University professor for 10+ years, he has taught over 3,000 students in all levels of Computer Science and Mathematics. Currently, he is the Director of Industrial Strategy in Industry 4.0 at a Major Manufacturing Company where he works with Plants as a Data Scientist using IoT and Data Science to improve efficiency. In the past, he worked in Supply Chain utilizing Data Science to create business results. But through all that, his greatest accomplishment is being the father of two awesome teenage boys.
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About Stanley Black & Decker: Stanley Black & Decker focuses on operating in the hand and power tools, and storage industries.
Michael Daugherty
Member of Board of Directors of NETSHIELD
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About : NETSHIELD is a breach prevention company that offers intranet breach prevention appliances and advanced mobile and IoT security.
Abel Aberra
Director, Advanced Carrier Technologies of Fortinet
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About Fortinet: Fortinet is a provider of network security appliances that include firewalls, security gateways, and complementary products.
Ileana Arias
Principal Deputy Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Ileana Arias, PhD, serves as Principal Deputy Director for CDC and ATSDR. In this role, she serves as the principal advisor to the director on all scientific and programmatic activities of CDC/ATSDR. Dr. Arias is responsible for advising the director in the executive responsibilities of shaping policies and plans for CDC/ATSDR, including overseeing the organizational improvement activities. Dr. Arias became the Director of the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) in July 2005, where she has worked to prevent injuries and violence and reduce their consequences. Previously, she served as acting director of the Center since June 2004, and was the chief of the Etiology and Surveillance Branch in NCIPC’s Division of Violence Prevention. She began her career as a research associate at the State University of New York at Stony Brook and then joined the University of Georgia in Athens as an assistant professor. Prior to joining CDC in 2000, Dr. Arias was the director of clinical training and professor of clinical psychology at the University of Georgia. She is a well–respected clinical psychologist with research expertise in intimate partner and family violence. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in professional journals and has given presentations across the United States and in several foreign countries. Dr. Arias is on the editorial boards of the Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment, and Trauma; the Review of Aggression and Violent Behavior; and Violence and Victims; and serves as a reviewer for 11 professional journals. She currently serves as a member on the Advisory Boards of the Psychiatric and Forensic Doctor of Nursing Program of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Nursing, the National Safety Council, the Center for Risk Communication Research of the University of Maryland, and the European Center for Injury Prevention. Dr. Arias also currently serves as a member of the Defense Task Force on Sexual Assault in the Military Services. Dr. Arias holds a BA, from Barnard College, and a MA and PhD, both in psychology, from the State University of New York at Stony Brook
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About Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention develops protection and safety methods to protect America from health and safety threats.
Scott Wilkinson
Sr. Portfolio Marketing Director of ECI Telecom
Scott Wilkinsonhas deep experience in the telecommunications and technical startup fields, with positions held ranging from deeply technical systems engineering to entirely customer-focused marketing leads. A recognized public speaker and writer as well as a detail-oriented team leader, Scott Wilkinson has been successful in companies ranging from Fortune 100 to small startups with less than 50 employees. Scott Wilkinson’s career includes significant interaction with major carriers in the United States as well as experience with rural telcos, utilities, and municipalities.
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About ECI Telecom: ECI is a global provider of ELASTIC Network solutions to CSPs, critical infrastructures as well as data center operators.
Alan Roberts
Director of Product Management of AirWatch
Alan Roberts serves as director of product management at AirWatch by VMware.
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About AirWatch: AirWatch engages in enterprise-grade mobile device, application, and content management designed to simplify mobility.
Anita Marco
Director of Client Strategy of ProviDyn
As a seasoned Information Technology (IT) professional with nearly two decades of experience in IT strategy, planning and execution, Anita Marco applies her expertise helping align ProviDyn’s technology initiatives with our clients’ strategic business goals. In that capacity, Anita develops program roadmaps and budgets, designs technology plans and approaches, directs client on-boarding, and compiles and leads technology business reviews—all based on client-specific needs. She is also charged with relationship management, including facilitating meetings and strategy sessions, presenting client webinars and events, and advising clients on emerging technology trends and opportunities. Anita’s expertise in IT management, project management, infrastructure and systems specification, paired with broad competencies ranging from policy development to budgeting and cost control, are the ideal skillset to help ProviDyn optimize its clients’ technology outcomes reliably, securely and affordably. After graduating from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Anita worked for such notable firms as KeyWorth Bank, Arris Interactive (now part of Arris International) and Hitachi Communication Technologies before joining the ProviDyn team. Anita lives with her husband, Bill, in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. She was a Cub Scout leader for five years and is an avid sports fan, having cheered on her two sons’ basketball, baseball and cross country teams. Anita also served on the Parent Leadership Council at Oglethorpe University.
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About ProviDyn: ProviDyn provides technology expertise, services and support to help small and mid-sized organizations sustain growth.
Tom Strack
Director, Technology of Franklin Data Ventures Inc
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About Franklin Data Ventures Inc: Data Collection, Analytics, Hosting, Security
Todd Tabor
Director, Operations of Franklin Data Ventures Inc
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About Franklin Data Ventures Inc: Data Collection, Analytics, Hosting, Security
Surinder Dhar
Director Of Business Development of Valid
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About Valid: Valid is an IT firm that offers solutions for smart sim cards, digital security, mobile solutions, secure printing & digital certification.