Ryan Thomas
About Ryan Thomas
Ryan Thomas serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Devo, where he has contributed to automating threat detection and incident response. With a background in security and IT operations, he has held various roles in notable companies, including VERISIGN, Nortel Networks, and CloudPassage.
Work at Devo
Ryan Thomas serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Devo, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has played a key part in automating threat detection and incident response, which has significantly enhanced the performance of the Security Operations Center (SOC). His efforts contribute to Devo's mission of providing advanced security solutions.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Before joining Devo, Ryan Thomas held various positions in cybersecurity. He worked at VERISIGN from 1999 to 2002 as a VPN, Firewall, IDS, PKI, Network, and Host Security Specialist. He also served as the Director of Security and IT Operations at Util-IT, Inc. from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, he was a Vice President of Product Management at LogicHub for a brief period in 2022.
Career in Network Engineering
Ryan Thomas began his career as a Senior Network Engineer at Nortel Networks from 1997 to 1999. He secured networks for major telecommunications companies, banks, and healthcare providers, establishing a strong foundation in network security. His experience in this area has been instrumental in his subsequent roles in product management and security operations.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Thomas studied Physics at The University of Georgia, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science degree in 1997. His educational background supports his technical expertise in cybersecurity and product management. He has also taught classes in white hat hacking, firewalling, cryptography, and intrusion detection, sharing his knowledge with others in the field.
Achievements in Product Management
During his tenure at ArcSight from 2007 to 2012, Ryan Thomas led the development of a first-of-its-kind behavioral analytics solution. He focused on regulatory compliance offerings in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) market, contributing to innovative solutions that addressed industry needs.