Rory Prendergast
About Rory Prendergast
Rory Prendergast is a software engineer with extensive experience in backend security and product innovation. He has worked for several companies, including runZero, Tanium, and THQ, and is currently employed at Shift5.
Current Role at Shift5
Rory Prendergast is currently employed as a Software Engineer at Shift5, a position he has held since 2023. He works remotely from Rosslyn, Virginia. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in software engineering and backend security to contribute to the company's innovative projects.
Previous Experience at runZero
Prior to joining Shift5, Rory worked as a Senior Software Engineer at runZero for seven months in 2022. His role was remote and based in Austin, Texas. During his time at runZero, he focused on product innovation, leveraging his long-standing expertise in Go development.
Career at Tanium
Rory Prendergast held multiple positions at Tanium from 2020 to 2022. He served as a Senior Software Engineer for one year and as a Staff R&D Engineer for eleven months in 2022. Additionally, he worked as a Global Technology Expert for nine months in 2021. His work at Tanium emphasized customer satisfaction and company culture.
Background in Security and Software Engineering
Rory has a solid background in backend security and software engineering, particularly within early-stage startups. He previously worked as a Senior Security Analyst at THQ from 2010 to 2012. His experience includes managing projects that serve Fortune 500 companies, showcasing his ability to handle complex technical challenges.
Professional Attributes
Rory is recognized for his incremental improvement approach and his role as a team accelerant. He emphasizes customer satisfaction and fosters a positive company culture, which reflects his commitment to both technical excellence and collaborative work environments.