John Meehan
About John Meehan
John Meehan serves as the Director of Product Management at Fortra, bringing extensive experience in product management and development in the cybersecurity sector. He has a notable track record, including leading the Mac agent transition to Apple Silicon at Digital Guardian and achieving a perfect AV-Test score for Norton Security for Mac.
Current Role at Fortra
John Meehan serves as the Director of Product Management at Fortra, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on overseeing product strategies and managing product development initiatives. His experience in product management positions him to effectively lead teams and drive product innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience at Digital Guardian
Prior to his current role, John Meehan worked at Digital Guardian as the Director of Product Management from 2020 to 2022. He led the Mac agent through its transition to Apple Silicon and successfully increased the user base of Norton Security for Mac by 25%. His leadership in product management contributed to significant advancements in the company's offerings.
Experience at Symantec
John Meehan has extensive experience at Symantec, where he held multiple roles from 2012 to 2018. He started as a Supervisor in Software Quality Assurance and progressed to Engineering Manager. As a Senior Product Manager, he achieved a perfect AV-Test score for Norton Security for Mac and launched the Norton Privacy Manager mobile app, which received a 4.3-star rating on the iOS App Store.
Educational Background
John Meehan studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. His education spanned from 2001 to 2006, providing him with a solid foundation in technology and product development that has supported his career in product management.
Collaboration with Fortune 500 Companies
In his roles, John Meehan regularly collaborates with Fortune 500 customers to review product roadmaps and gather feature feedback. This engagement allows him to align product development with market needs and customer expectations, ensuring that the products meet high standards of quality and functionality.