Carrie Oakes
About Carrie Oakes
Carrie Oakes is a seasoned professional in product and technical marketing, currently serving as the Sr. Director of Product Marketing at CyCognito. With extensive experience in cybersecurity and cloud services, she has held various leadership roles at notable companies including Blue Coat Systems and FireEye, Inc.
Current Role at CyCognito
Carrie Oakes holds the position of Sr. Director of Product/Technical Marketing at CyCognito. She has been with the company since 2022, contributing her expertise in product marketing and technical marketing. Her role involves leading initiatives that enhance the company's visibility and effectiveness in the cybersecurity sector.
Previous Experience in Product Marketing
Carrie Oakes has extensive experience in product marketing across various organizations. She served as VP of Product Marketing & Management at Blue Coat Systems from 2005 to 2010 and later as General Manager until 2011. Additionally, she held the position of Sr. Director Product/Technical Marketing at BlueJeans Network from 2012 to 2013 and returned to BlueJeans Network as Sr. Director New Product Introduction from 2015 to 2019.
Education and Professional Development
Carrie Oakes studied at the Product Marketing Alliance in 2021, completing an 11-month program focused on enhancing her product marketing skills. She also attended Colorado Mountain College and graduated from Glenwood Springs High School with a High School Diploma.
Background in Cybersecurity and Cloud Services
Carrie Oakes has a diverse background in cybersecurity and cloud services, which supports her leadership of cross-functional teams. Her experience includes roles that emphasize project management, program management, and product operations, showcasing her ability to navigate complex technical environments.
Contributions to Cybersecurity Thought Leadership
Carrie Oakes has contributed to the discourse on cybersecurity through her writing. She authored a blog post that recognized CyCognito as a leader in the GigaOm Radar for Attack Surface Management 2024. Additionally, she wrote about the CISA's proactive approach to cybersecurity, highlighting asset discovery and vulnerability enumeration.