Derek Athy
About Derek Athy
Derek Athy is a sales professional with a diverse background in technology consulting, sales, and research. He has held various roles in companies such as EY, Synack, and GreyNoise Intelligence, and has a strong academic foundation in biology and engineering.
Work at GreyNoise Intelligence
Derek Athy has been working at GreyNoise Intelligence in a sales role since 2022. His responsibilities include engaging with clients and promoting the company's cybersecurity solutions. GreyNoise Intelligence focuses on providing context to internet noise, helping organizations differentiate between benign and malicious activity. Athy's experience in sales and technology positions him to effectively contribute to the company's goals.
Previous Experience in Sales and Technology
Before joining GreyNoise Intelligence, Derek Athy held several positions in sales and technology. He served as Sales Director - Northwest at Synack, Inc. from 2017 to 2021, where he managed sales operations in the region. Prior to this, he worked in product and marketing roles at Synack, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a role as an Enterprise Account Executive at FireHydrant from 2021 to 2022, and as a Technology Advisory Consultant at EY in 2015.
Educational Background
Derek Athy has a strong educational background in the sciences and entrepreneurship. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Chemistry from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He later obtained a Master's Degree in Engineering, Science & Technology Entrepreneurship from the University of Notre Dame. Additionally, he studied at the University of Chicago, achieving a GPA of 3.63 in Biology.
Research and Innovation Experience
Derek Athy has a background in research and innovation. He worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at the University of Chicago Medicine from 2013 to 2014. His experience also includes a position as a Research Assistant at the Energy BioScience Institute at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2011 to 2012. He has been involved in genetic engineering and has a particular interest in RNA interference (RNAi) and CRISPR technologies in medicine.
Interests and Reading
Derek Athy is interested in future technological advancements and their implications for humanity. He enjoys reading about the impact of technology on society and explores various topics related to innovation and science. His friends refer to him as the 'Lord of the Flies,' reflecting a lighthearted aspect of his personality.