Stephen Roostan
About Stephen Roostan
Stephen Roostan serves as the Area Vice President for Northern Europe at ExtraHop, where he leads teams to drive revenue and customer growth. With over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, he has held various roles at notable companies such as Cisco, Citrix, and Kenna Security.
Work at ExtraHop
Stephen Roostan serves as the Area Vice President for Northern Europe at ExtraHop since 2023. He operates from London, England, in a remote capacity. In this role, he leads teams across the UK, Benelux, and Nordics regions, focusing on driving significant revenue and customer growth. His responsibilities include overseeing customer acquisition strategies and fostering relationships with key clients.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Roostan earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The Open University Business School, completing his studies from 2014 to 2021. He possesses over 15 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, with expertise in coaching individuals and structuring large customer acquisition deals. His educational background and extensive industry knowledge contribute to his leadership capabilities.
Background
Stephen Roostan has a diverse professional background in sales and management within the cybersecurity sector. He has held various positions at notable companies, including Cisco, Citrix, and Forcepoint. His career spans roles such as Field Sales Manager and Senior Strategic Account Manager, showcasing his progression in the industry. Prior to his current role, he was Vice President EMEA at Kenna Security from 2019 to 2023.
Previous Employment History
Before joining ExtraHop, Stephen Roostan worked at several organizations in various sales roles. He was an Internal Sales Executive at Sophos from 2008 to 2009, and later held positions at Websense, Cisco, and Forcepoint. His experience includes roles such as Inside Sales Representative, Regional Sales Manager, and Leader of EMEA Sales for XDR at Cisco, demonstrating a strong foundation in sales and account management.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role at ExtraHop, Stephen Roostan leads teams across multiple regions, including the UK, Benelux, and Nordics. His leadership focuses on achieving revenue targets and enhancing customer engagement. His experience in managing teams and driving sales strategies is evident from his previous roles, where he consistently contributed to organizational growth and client satisfaction.