Ariel Velasco Cissp
About Ariel Velasco Cissp
Ariel Velasco is the Director of Solutions Engineering for the US West at OneTrust, with over 25 years of experience in technical services. He has held various leadership roles at notable companies including Splunk, Symantec, and TigerGraph, and has contributed to two successful IPOs.
Current Role at OneTrust
Ariel Velasco serves as the Director of Solutions Engineering for the US West region at OneTrust. In this role, he leads a team of engineers who provide technical guidance and support to customers and prospects. His responsibilities include overseeing the engineering solutions provided to clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and fostering a collaborative environment within the team.
Previous Experience at Splunk
Ariel Velasco held multiple positions at Splunk over several years. He began as a Senior Sales Engineer from 2007 to 2009, then transitioned to Senior Manager of Sales Engineering for Strategic Accounts from 2016 to 2018. He also served as the Director of Sales Engineering for Focus and Field Segments from 2018 to 2022. His diverse roles at Splunk contributed to his extensive knowledge in sales engineering and customer support.
Career Background in Technical Support
Ariel Velasco has a strong background in technical support, having worked at various companies throughout his career. He started as a Technical Support Engineer at 3Com from 1994 to 1998, followed by a role at Symantec as Manager of Technical Support from 2002 to 2006. He also held positions at Clarent Corporation and Splunk, where he was Head of Support for nearly a year. This experience has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage technical teams effectively.
Educational Qualifications
Ariel Velasco has a solid educational foundation. He studied Computer Engineering at San Jose State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from San Francisco State University. His academic background supports his extensive experience in technical services and management.
Achievements and Recognitions
Throughout his career, Ariel Velasco has received several recognitions for his performance. He has been awarded the President's Club and recognized as the US Enterprise Sales Engineering Director of the Year for consistently exceeding sales targets and business objectives. Additionally, he has contributed to two successful IPOs, showcasing his impact in the technology sector.