Christopher King, Cissp, Cism
About Christopher King, Cissp, Cism
Christopher King is a Senior Director of Sales Engineering at Fortra, where he manages pre-sale engineers across the U.S. and Federal sectors. With over 20 years of experience in information security, he has authored numerous articles and delivered keynote speeches at various conferences.
Work at Fortra
Christopher King has served as the Senior Director of Sales Engineering at Fortra since 2006. In this role, he manages pre-sale engineers across the U.S. and Federal sectors. His leadership has contributed to the development and execution of sales strategies that align with the company's objectives. Over his 18 years at Fortra, he has played a significant role in driving business growth and enhancing customer engagement.
Previous Experience at Verizon Business
Before joining Fortra, Christopher King worked at Verizon Business as a Director for 11 months from 2005 to 2006. His responsibilities included overseeing sales engineering initiatives and contributing to strategic planning. This experience provided him with valuable insights into the telecommunications sector and reinforced his expertise in information security.
Education and Expertise
Christopher King holds a Master's degree in Systems Engineering from Boston University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (BSEE) from Northeastern University. His educational background supports his extensive knowledge in information security, compliance-driven security, and internal control best practices.
Achievements in Information Security
With over 20 years of experience in information security, Christopher King has been instrumental in formulating corporate information security strategies and designing enterprise-wide security architectures. He has successfully closed over $12 million in business over a three-year period and has managed accounts for major clients, including the Department of Justice and General Electric.
Industry Contributions
Christopher King has authored over 20 industry articles and has delivered numerous keynote speeches at conferences. His contributions to the field of information security reflect his commitment to sharing knowledge and advancing best practices within the industry.