Hi, I'm Asad Baheri - Senior Security Exec/Partnerships | Zscaler|Fastly/Google/Cisco/FireEye/MobileIron etc
I thrive on forging impactful partnerships and scaling businesses within cybersecurity and cloud computing. My passion lies in translating complex technical solutions into strategic growth opportunities where innovation meets market needs.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led infrastructure partnership teams at Google Cloud, defining strategic alliances for cloud computing and networking.
Currently drives strategic initiatives in the cybersecurity sector, contributing expertise as a Fractional CPO and in executive leadership roles.
Can help others by offering strategic guidance on building and scaling technology partnerships in the security domain.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Core Infrastructure
Began career building foundational knowledge in networking and security technologies at Cisco and FireEye, progressing through technical and sales engineering roles.
✦ Networking
✦ Security
✦ Cisco
✦ FireEye
Scaling Partnerships in Cloud
Transitioned to Google Cloud, leading infrastructure partnership teams and defining strategic alliances. Continued this focus at Fastly as Sr. Director of Partner Products.
✦ Google Cloud
✦ Cloud Computing
✦ Strategic Partnerships
✦ Fastly
Executive Security Leadership
Currently serving as Director of Partnerships for Google Cloud at Zscaler, driving strategic initiatives in the cybersecurity sector, preceded by a Fractional CPO role.
✦ Zscaler
✦ Cybersecurity
✦ Executive Leadership
✦ Fractional CPO
💪🏻 Superpowers
Strategic Partnership Architect
Building bridges between technology leaders.
✦ Expertise in establishing and scaling high-impact partnerships with major cloud providers and security vendors.
✦ Proven ability to define and execute go-to-market strategies that drive revenue and market penetration.
✦ Skilled in identifying synergistic opportunities to accelerate innovation and expand market reach.
Cybersecurity Growth Catalyst
Accelerating security solution adoption.
✦ Deep understanding of the enterprise security landscape and emerging threats.
✦ Experience launching and managing partner programs for cutting-edge security technologies.
✦ Adept at translating technical capabilities into business value for Fortune 500 clients.
Cross-Functional Team Leader
Uniting product, sales, and engineering.
✦ Successfully led teams focused on product management, sales enablement, and business development.
✦ Skilled in fostering collaboration between diverse technical and business units.
✦ Proven ability to mentor and develop talent for peak performance in fast-paced environments.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with innovative leaders in the cybersecurity and cloud space to explore emerging trends.
✦ Looking to identify strategic partnership opportunities that push the boundaries of security technology.
✦ Eager to share insights on building effective go-to-market strategies for SaaS security solutions.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on building and scaling technology partnerships in the security domain.
✦ Provide insights into navigating the competitive landscape of cloud security and infrastructure.
✦ Help connect individuals and companies with relevant stakeholders for collaboration and growth.
I would love your help on
✦ Recommendations for early-stage startups in the AI-driven security space.
✦ Introductions to VCs focused on cybersecurity and enterprise software.
✦ Insights into novel approaches for threat detection and mitigation.