Max Pollard
About Max Pollard
Max Pollard is the Director of Solutions Engineering at Material Security, a position he has held since 2024. He has a diverse background in technology and security, having worked in various roles including Solutions Engineer at Okta, Inc. and Algorithmic Trader at Gelber Group LLC.
Current Role at Material Security
Max Pollard serves as the Director of Solutions Engineering at Material Security since 2024. In this role, he oversees the engineering solutions team, focusing on developing and implementing security solutions for clients. His leadership aims to enhance the company's offerings and ensure effective client engagement.
Previous Experience at Material Security
Prior to his current position, Max Pollard held two roles at Material Security. He served as a Security Architect from 2020 to 2022, where he was responsible for designing security frameworks and protocols. Following this, he worked as a Senior Manager in Solutions Engineering from 2022 to 2024, managing engineering teams and driving solution development.
Professional Background in Technology and Security
Max Pollard has extensive experience in the technology and security sectors. He worked as a Solutions Engineer at Okta, Inc. from 2019 to 2020, where he provided technical solutions to clients. His earlier role as an Algorithmic Trader at Gelber Group LLC from 2016 to 2019 involved developing trading algorithms and strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Max Pollard studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from 2012 to 2016. His education provided a foundation in both business principles and technical skills, contributing to his career in technology and engineering.
Early Career as a Yoga Instructor
In 2019, Max Pollard briefly worked as a Yoga Instructor at CorePower Yoga in the San Francisco Bay Area for four months. This experience provided him with insights into wellness and personal development, complementing his technical career.