Rod Johnson
About Rod Johnson
Rod Johnson is a Regional Sales Director at Corsa Security, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in sales management across various technology companies, including Aerohive Networks and Xirrus.
Work at Corsa Security
Rod Johnson has been serving as the Regional Sales Director at Corsa Security since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the company's market presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Johnson plays a significant part in helping Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) deliver a flexible managed virtual firewall service. His efforts contribute to the company's recognition as a distinguished vendor by TAG Cyber for three consecutive years and its achievement as a Red Herring Top 100 winner.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining Corsa Security, Rod Johnson held various sales management positions. He was the Regional Sales Manager at Aerohive Networks from 2016 to 2018 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Prior to that, he worked at Xirrus as Regional Director from 2013 to 2016 and as Regional Manager from 2009 to 2013 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. His experience also includes a tenure as Regional Sales Manager at Trapeze Networks from 2007 to 2008.
Background in Technology and Sales
Rod Johnson's career in technology and sales spans several decades. He began his professional journey at Fore Systems as a System Engineering Manager from 1995 to 1997 and later as an Account Manager from 1997 to 2001. Johnson also served as VP of Sales at Teknion Data Solutions from 2003 to 2006 and as Western Region Sales Director at Pelago Networks from 2001 to 2003. His foundational experience includes working as an Application Manager at Tandy Corporation from 1989 to 1994.
Education and Expertise
Rod Johnson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Texas Christian University, where he studied from 1985 to 1988. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in technology sales and management. Johnson's expertise includes working with key security functions and partnerships with notable companies such as Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.