John Pelton

John Pelton is currently the Vice President of Managed Detection & Response at Optiv Managed Services, where they lead a global team focused on delivering exceptional cybersecurity outcomes. Previously, they held several roles at Optiv, including Senior Director of Cyber Operations, where they transformed Client Success teams and significantly improved customer satisfaction. With a background in Information Technology from Howard Community College, John has also served as a Sales Manager at 42 Draft Designs, where they drove business growth and developed customer-centric strategies. Their leadership emphasizes client satisfaction and collaborative teamwork to address complex cybersecurity challenges.