Steve Healy
About Steve Healy
Steve Healy serves as the Director of Sales Engineering at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in sales engineering and a diverse technical skill set, he has worked at several companies, including Titus and Dell, and has a background in Management Information Systems.
Current Role at SANS Institute
Steve Healy serves as the Director of Sales Engineering at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sales engineering team and ensuring that technical solutions align with customer needs. His work is based in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where he has contributed to the organization's mission of providing high-quality cybersecurity training and education.
Previous Experience in Sales Engineering
Before joining SANS Institute, Steve Healy worked at Titus as the Global Sales Engineering Director for Data Classification from 2015 to 2021. His experience also includes a long tenure at Dell, where he served as a Strategic Accounts Sales Engineer and SE Manager from 1999 to 2015. Additionally, he worked at Quest Software as a Strategic Accounts Sales Engineer from 1999 to 2012 and at Platinum Technology Inc. as a Sales Engineer from 1996 to 1999.
Educational Background
Steve Healy studied at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, where he earned a degree in Management Information Systems from 1993 to 1996. He also attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, focusing on Industrial Engineering from 1991 to 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in sales engineering and technology.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Steve Healy possesses a diverse technical skill set that includes expertise in Cloud/SAAS, server and client virtualization, data security and classification, and web applications such as .Net and Java. He is also knowledgeable in application performance monitoring, application life cycle management, infrastructure management, and database administration. This broad range of skills supports his effectiveness in sales engineering.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Steve Healy engages in various hobbies, including automotive restoration, welding, and home improvement. He enjoys outdoor activities such as climbing, hiking, fishing, and camping, often participating in these activities with his wife, Jaime. These interests reflect his hands-on approach and appreciation for both technology and nature.