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Brendan Sullivan
CTO & CIO
Brendan Sullivan is an experienced technology executive with a diverse background in the telecommunications and technology industries. Here are some key details about his career:
Professional Experience
RigNet: Sullivan served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at RigNet from 2017 to May 2021.34 RigNet was a leading global provider of digital technology solutions serving remote locations, including energy facilities and maritime vessels.3
Viasat: Following Viasat's acquisition of RigNet in April 2021, Sullivan became the Senior Vice President of Intelligent Edge Solutions at Viasat from May 2021 to April 2023.3 In this role, he led a business unit focused on providing cross-vertical solutions for large global enterprises to accelerate digital transformation.3
Invisinet Technologies: As of August 2024, Sullivan has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Invisinet Technologies, a cybersecurity technology company specializing in innovative solutions to protect network infrastructure and critical assets.1
Previous Roles
Before joining RigNet, Sullivan held several notable positions:
- Senior Director of Content Markets Application Development at Level 3 Communications (2000-2009)3
- Leadership roles at DG Fastchannel and Vubiquity, where he managed distribution networks for television commercials and entertainment content2
Education and Early Career
Sullivan has an interesting educational background:
- He majored in anthropology at Brown University2
- Initially worked as an archaeological consultant, utilizing technology in archaeological research2
Expertise and Achievements
Throughout his career, Sullivan has demonstrated expertise in:
- Cloud-based microservices
- Global operations management
- Mergers and acquisitions integration
- Digital transformation
- Emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and cybersecurity13
Sullivan's leadership has resulted in significant business growth, technological advancements, and successful integrations of multiple international acquisitions.3
