Joseph Blankenship

Joseph Blankenship is the Vice President and Research Director for Security & Risk at Forrester Research, a position he has held since May 2019. In this role, he leads a team of analysts focused on various aspects of security leadership, including the responsibilities of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), security operations, and the implementation of Forrester's Zero Trust model of information security. His research primarily emphasizes insider threat prevention, security operations, and security management.12

Professional Background

Before his current role, Blankenship served as a Principal Analyst at Forrester from January 2016 to May 2019. His career also includes significant marketing and product roles at companies such as Solutionary and McAfee, where he was involved in strategy development and market execution for security products.2 He has extensive experience in the cybersecurity field, having contributed to industry discussions through presentations and media quotes.1

Education

Blankenship holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from Auburn University and an MBA in Marketing from Kennesaw State University. His educational background supports his analytical skills and marketing expertise within the technology sector.2

Contributions

Joseph Blankenship is recognized for his insights into cybersecurity challenges and strategies, particularly concerning insider threats and risk management. He actively participates in industry events and contributes to thought leadership in the field of security.13