⚡Chris Abdalla, Cissp Ceh
About ⚡Chris Abdalla, Cissp Ceh
Chris Abdalla is a seasoned cybersecurity professional currently serving as a Senior Sales Engineer at SpyCloud and a Cyber Security Advisor at AlphaSights. With over 20 years of experience in the field, he specializes in network security, content security, and account takeover protection.
Work at SpyCloud
Chris Abdalla has been serving as a Senior Sales Engineer at SpyCloud since 2020. In this role, he focuses on supporting the mid-market and emerging market segments. His responsibilities include pre and post sales engineering, security architecture and design, as well as customer interaction, service, and support. Abdalla's expertise in cybersecurity enhances SpyCloud's ability to provide effective solutions to its clients.
Current Roles in Cyber Security
In addition to his position at SpyCloud, Chris Abdalla holds multiple roles in the cybersecurity field. He has been a Cyber Security Advisor at AlphaSights since 2019 and also serves in the same capacity at Guidepoint. His extensive experience in cybersecurity allows him to provide valuable insights and guidance in these advisory roles.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Chris Abdalla has over 20 years of experience in the cybersecurity sector. His prior positions include Senior Solutions Engineer at IronNet Cybersecurity, Security Solutions Architect at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise - TippingPoint, and Senior Sales Engineer at Forcepoint. He also worked with Trend Micro as a Security Solutions Architect in the Network Defense Team. His diverse background contributes to his comprehensive understanding of network security, content security, and account takeover protection.
Education and Expertise
Chris Abdalla earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Astrophysics from The University of New Mexico, where he studied from 1988 to 1993. His educational background, combined with his extensive experience in cybersecurity, equips him with a strong foundation in technical and analytical skills. Abdalla holds certifications including CISSP and CEH, further demonstrating his commitment to professional development in the field.
Background and Early Career
Chris Abdalla began his career in cybersecurity with a role as Lead Technical Resource and Project Manager at the International Atomic Energy Agency from 2001 to 2003 in Vienna, Austria. He later worked at Aquila Technologies as a Senior Systems Engineer for 13 years. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in various cybersecurity companies, contributing to his extensive knowledge and skills in the industry.