Kevin Tonkin
About Kevin Tonkin
Kevin Tonkin serves as the Chief Product Officer at Bishop Fox, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in product engineering and development, having previously worked in leadership roles at Coalfire Systems, Rebellion Defense, and Statera, Northwest.
Current Role at Bishop Fox
Kevin Tonkin serves as the Chief Product Officer at Bishop Fox, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product strategy and development, focusing on enhancing the company's offerings in the cybersecurity sector. His leadership aims to align product initiatives with the organization’s goals and customer needs.
Previous Experience at Coalfire Systems, Inc.
Before joining Bishop Fox, Kevin Tonkin worked at Coalfire Systems, Inc. as the Vice President of Product Engineering from 2013 to 2020. During his seven years in this role, he contributed to product development and engineering efforts, helping to shape the company’s approach to cybersecurity solutions in the Greater Seattle Area.
Career at Rebellion Defense
Kevin Tonkin held the position of Vice President of Product & Engineering (Cyber Readiness) at Rebellion Defense from 2020 to 2023. His work involved leading product and engineering teams to enhance cybersecurity readiness, focusing on innovative solutions for defense applications in Woodinville, WA.
Education and Academic Background
Kevin Tonkin earned a Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where he studied from 1991 to 1996. This academic background provided him with a foundation in analytical thinking and strategic planning, which he has applied throughout his career in technology and product management.
Professional Background in Technology
Kevin Tonkin has extensive experience in the technology sector. He worked at Statera, Northwest in various roles, including Director of Application Development from 2006 to 2008 and Senior Consultant from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he served as Practice Area Lead at Software Architects from 2001 to 2003. His diverse roles have contributed to his expertise in product development and engineering.