Essam Ahmed

Essam Ahmed has extensive work experience in the technology and cybersecurity industry. Essam most recently worked as a Regional Sales Director at LogRhythm since January 2022. Prior to that, they held the position of Regional Sales Manager at the same company from May 2019 to January 2022.

Before joining LogRhythm, Essam worked at FireEye, Inc. as the Director of System Engineering for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa from July 2013 to April 2019. In this role, they focused on revenue generation, achieved significant revenue increases year-over-year, and championed multi-product selling.

From July 2009 to June 2013, Essam served as a Regional Presales Manager at McAfee. Essam identified and capitalized on revenue potential, reduced operational costs, and established trusting relationships with CIOs and CSOs. During this time, they also increased professional services revenue by 30%.

Prior to McAfee, Essam worked at RSA The Security Division of EMC as a Senior Solution Principal from November 2008 to July 2009. Essam optimized revenue for the Southern European Region, achieved sales targets, and promoted strategic consultancy services.

Essam's career also includes roles at McAfee as a Senior Security Consultant from December 2006 to November 2008, and at Aptec as a Senior Security Consultant focusing on McAfee products from 2005 to 2006. Essam successfully introduced the McAfee brand into the Egyptian market and closed significant deals.

At GNSE Group, Essam held various positions from 2003 to 2005, including e-Security Senior Consultant, Network Consultant, and Product Specialist. Essam contributed to revenue generation, provided technical support, and maintained customer satisfaction for the company's largest clients.

Overall, Essam Ahmed has a strong background in sales, pre-sales, and technical roles within the cybersecurity industry, with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, building relationships, and delivering customer satisfaction.

Essam Ahmed's education history begins with their high school education at College de la sainte famille, which they attended from 1988 to 1994. After completing high school, they enrolled at Cairo University, where they pursued a Bachelor of Engineer degree in Architecture from 1994 to 2000. Prior to their high school education, Essam attended Lycee la Fontaine from 1981 to 1988, however, the specific degree or field of study obtained during this time is unknown. In addition to their formal education, Essam has obtained several certifications. In January 2022, they completed the Advanced MEDDPICC course at the MEDDIC Academy. Furthermore, in September 2016, they acquired certifications in "Creating a Business Plan" and "Financial Literacy: Reading Financial Reports" from Lynda.com.