Rob Pollard
About Rob Pollard
Rob Pollard serves as the General Manager of the Managed Security Services Business at Fortra, where he focuses on customer relationships and revenue growth. He has extensive experience in sales leadership roles at companies like FireEye, Mandiant, and Symantec, with a strong background in security software and services.
Current Role at Fortra
Rob Pollard serves as the General Manager of the Managed Security Services Business at Fortra. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's focus on security solutions. His role involves overseeing operations and strategies to enhance the managed security services offered by Fortra, leveraging his extensive experience in the cybersecurity sector.
Previous Experience at FireEye, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Pollard worked at FireEye, Inc. from 2017 to 2022 as Vice President of Sales. During his five years there, he was responsible for driving sales initiatives and fostering client relationships in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also held the position of Vice President of Product Specialists at FireEye from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on product sales and customer engagement.
Sales Leadership at Mandiant
Pollard's career includes significant experience at Mandiant, where he served as Senior Director of Sales from 2012 to 2014. In this role, he was instrumental in developing sales strategies and managing client relationships, contributing to the company's growth in the cybersecurity market.
Background in Sales at Symantec
Before his tenure at Mandiant, Pollard worked at Symantec as Area Sales Director for the Northwest United States from 2006 to 2012. He led sales efforts in this region for six years, focusing on expanding market reach and enhancing sales performance.
Education and Expertise
Rob Pollard earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Michigan. His educational background supports his expertise in storage management software and security software and services. Pollard specializes in building relationships with customers and partners, negotiating large contracts, and developing sales talent.