François Chevalier
About François Chevalier
François Chevalier is a Sales Director with extensive experience in cybersecurity sales and a strong background in leading sales teams across the EMEA region. He has held various director-level positions and has expertise in integrating threat intelligence and transforming enterprise security operations to cloud-native architectures.
Work at CyberProof
François Chevalier currently serves as Sales Director at CyberProof, a role he has held since 2024. In this position, he focuses on driving sales strategies and enhancing the company's offerings in managed detection and response services. His responsibilities include leading sales initiatives and fostering relationships with clients to improve cyber resilience.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
François Chevalier has extensive experience in sales leadership across various companies. He worked at Claroty as Head of Business Development for France from 2021 to 2024. Prior to that, he held the position of Sales Director for West EMEA at AlgoSec from 2011 to 2015. His career also includes roles such as Executive Account Manager at Information Builders - iWay Software from 2007 to 2010 and Sales Manager at Precise Software Solutions, Inc. from 2001 to 2004.
Expertise in Cybersecurity Sales
François Chevalier possesses a strong background in cybersecurity sales, particularly in managed detection and response services. He has been involved in integrating threat intelligence and vulnerability management into sales strategies. His expertise extends to transforming enterprise security operations into cloud-native architectures, reflecting his commitment to advancing cybersecurity solutions.
Education and Qualifications
François Chevalier studied at UVSQ Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, where he focused on Quality & Computer Science from 1989 to 1990. This educational background has contributed to his technical understanding and ability to lead sales initiatives in the technology sector.
Career Progression and Achievements
Throughout his career, François Chevalier has held multiple director-level positions, including VP EMEA at Panaya from 2015 to 2020. His leadership in sales teams across the EMEA region has been instrumental in enhancing cyber resilience and consulting services. His track record demonstrates a consistent focus on driving sales performance and strategic growth.