TechNet Cyber 2026

Joe Ford
SE Manger, Office of the CTO
Check Point Software Technologies


Joe Ford is a technical professional with over 30 years of experience in selling IT and security solutions to U.S. government agencies and Fortune 500 companies, with expertise in infrastructure, security, backup, virtualization, wireless, storage, and business systems across public and private sectors. He demonstrates strong leadership and collaboration skills, successfully guiding technology implementations and achieving FedRAMP authorization for a government security platform. Joe focuses on driving ROI and sustainable growth by reducing operational costs, forming strategic alliances, and leading teams to deliver complex solutions efficiently. He is a top performer with deep knowledge of technology and security landscapes, adept at complex enterprise sales and communicating effectively with high-level executives. Joe consistently exceeds sales targets and engages in public speaking, social media, and thought leadership to build influential industry relationships

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