Grant Dishman, Cissp, Gsec
About Grant Dishman, Cissp, Gsec
Grant Dishman is the Director of Channel Sales Engineering at ExtraHop, with extensive experience in cybersecurity and sales engineering. He has held various roles at notable companies, including IBM Global Services, Palo Alto Networks, and Blue Coat Systems, and possesses multiple certifications in the field.
Current Role at ExtraHop
Grant Dishman serves as the Director of Channel Sales Engineering at ExtraHop, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on channel sales and solution selling, leveraging his extensive experience in security and sales engineering. His responsibilities include leading the channel sales engineering team and developing strategies to enhance channel partnerships.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity and Sales Engineering
Prior to his current role, Grant Dishman accumulated significant experience in cybersecurity and sales engineering. He worked at Palo Alto Networks as a Systems Engineer from 2014 to 2022, where he contributed to various projects related to cybersecurity solutions. His earlier roles include positions at Blue Coat Systems, WatchGuard Technologies, and Sophos, where he focused on channel development and sales engineering.
Background in IT Support and Consulting
Grant Dishman began his career in IT support at Texas Mutual Insurance Company from 1996 to 1998. He later transitioned to consulting roles, including a position as a Technology Consultant at Pivot Networks from 2009 to 2010. His diverse background in IT support and consulting has provided him with a strong foundation in technical solutions and customer engagement.
Education and Certifications
Grant Dishman holds multiple certifications from leading cybersecurity organizations, including ISC2, SANS, Amazon AWS, Palo Alto Networks, Sophos, Blue Coat, WatchGuard, and Nortel Networks. These certifications reflect his commitment to professional development and expertise in cybersecurity and sales engineering.
Leadership and Team Development
Grant Dishman possesses expertise in training and executive leadership, with a track record of building high-performance teams. His experience includes program development and project management, particularly in the context of cybersecurity and cloud security. He has worked with Fortune 100 companies, providing consulting and business development services.