Jakub Jiricek
About Jakub Jiricek
Jakub Jiricek is a Senior Solutions Engineer at SentinelOne with extensive experience in information security and technical solutions.
Current Title and Role
Jakub Jiricek is currently serving as a Senior Solutions Engineer at SentinelOne. In this role, he leverages his extensive technical expertise to deliver advanced solutions for clients, ensuring their security and technological needs are met effectively. His position involves collaborating closely with clients to understand their requirements and providing tailored solutions that enhance their operational security.
Previous Experience at Palo Alto Networks
Jakub Jiricek held significant roles at Palo Alto Networks over a span of 9 years. He initially joined as a System Engineer in Eastern Europe from 2014 to 2019, where he provided engineering support and implemented security solutions. Subsequently, he advanced to the position of System Engineer Specialist - Cortex, serving from 2019 to 2023. In this role, he specialized in the Cortex product suite, focusing on developing and deploying security strategies tailored to client needs.
Professional Journey at Symantec
Jakub's professional journey at Symantec spanned over a decade from 2000 to 2013. He started as a Presales Consultant from 2000 to 2009 in Prague, Czech Republic, where he provided technical support and consultation for Symantec's products. He was later promoted to Senior Principal Presales Consultant / Team Leader from 2009 to 2013. In this elevated role, he led a team of consultants, driving the implementation of security solutions and fostering client relationships across the region.
Educational Background
Jakub Jiricek holds a Master of Science from the Czech Technical University in Prague, where he studied Computer Science, Embedded Microcontrollers, and Networking. His academic background, spanning from 1990 to 1996, provided a solid foundation in various technical disciplines, facilitating his expertise in the field of information security and solutions engineering.
Certification and Skills
Jakub holds the CISSP certification, recognized globally as a standard of achievement in information security. His skill set is extensive, encompassing the ability to foster professional client relationships, identify and capitalize on opportunities, and provide accurate product education. Additionally, he has demonstrated effective leadership in maximizing team performance and comprehensively understanding technical solutions.