Austin Hawthorne

Austin Hawthorne is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in networking and security solutions. Currently serving as VP Worldwide Solution Architects at Nile since January 2022, Austin has previously held key positions such as Director of Networking as a Service at Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, and Vice President of Worldwide Sales Engineering at Vectra AI. Austin's long tenure at Aruba included roles as Sr. Director of Worldwide Security Business and Sr. Director of Global Systems Engineering, showcasing a depth of expertise in sales engineering and security. Earlier career experiences include positions at Citigroup, Riverstone Networks, ICG Satellite Services, and service as a Satellite Communications Specialist in the USAF, highlighting a robust foundation in network engineering and systems.