Manuel Gándara
About Manuel Gándara
Manuel Gándara is an Enterprise Sales Account Manager at Trellix, where he has worked since 2022, focusing on advanced threat protection in Colombia. With over 15 years of experience in the enterprise security market, he has held various roles in companies such as McAfee and Intel Corporation.
Work at Trellix
Manuel Gándara serves as an Enterprise Sales Account Manager at Trellix, a position he has held since 2022. He operates on-site in Colombia, focusing on leveraging Trellix's extended detection and response (XDR) platform. His role involves assisting organizations in addressing advanced security threats, contributing to their operational resilience.
Previous Experience in Enterprise Sales
Prior to his role at Trellix, Manuel Gándara worked at McAfee as an Enterprise Sales Account Manager from 2017 to 2022. His career also includes significant positions at Claro/Telmex, where he was Head of the Sales Consulting Team from 2009 to 2013, and at Telmex as a PreSales Consulting Engineer from 2006 to 2009. His extensive experience spans over 15 years in the enterprise security market.
Education and Expertise
Manuel Gándara holds multiple degrees and certifications that enhance his expertise in sales and security. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from EUDE Business School in 2017. He also holds a B.Sc. in Electronic Engineering from Universidad del Norte, completed in 2001, and has a CCNP Security certification, indicating his proficiency in network security.
Background in Telecommunications and Project Management
Manuel has a strong background in telecommunications and project management. He studied Telecommunications at Universidad del Norte and achieved a Postgraduate Degree in Project Management from Universidad Santo Tomás in 2012. Additionally, he completed a Programa Integral de Direccion (PID) at INALDE Business School in 2013, further enhancing his management skills.
Specialization in Security Solutions
Manuel Gándara specializes in cloud and network security solutions. His deep security knowledge enables him to define and execute strategies that help organizations protect their operations against advanced threats. His mission focuses on instilling confidence in organizations regarding their security measures and resilience.