Christopher Meenan

Christopher Meenan is the Vice President of Security Product Management at IBM, where he oversees the threat management portfolio, including key products such as QRadar SIEM, Log Manager, Risk Manager, and Vulnerability Manager. He has over 20 years of experience in the software industry, focusing on product development, marketing, and strategy within the cybersecurity domain.

Meenan holds a First Honours degree in Physics and a PhD in Telecommunications. His career at IBM began in 2010, and he has progressively taken on roles of increasing responsibility, including Director of IBM Security Product Management and Strategy prior to his current position. His extensive background includes managing significant product lines and contributing to the development of innovative cybersecurity solutions tailored for enterprise needs.1356

In recent discussions, Meenan has highlighted the evolving challenges faced by Security Operations Center (SOC) teams, particularly in the context of cloud migration and the increasing complexity of IT infrastructures. He emphasizes the role of artificial intelligence and open-source technologies in enhancing cybersecurity measures and improving operational efficiency.234