José Manuel Canelada

Vice President Sales Engineering, EMEA @ Infoblox | Security Sales, Business Strategy

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

About

As Vice President of Solutions Architecture, EMEA at Infoblox, I lead efforts to align innovative cloud security technologies with the evolving needs of organizations. My work focuses on enabling seamless cloud transformation while addressing complex cybersecurity challenges. Collaborating with a high-performing team, we deliver secure, scalable, and future-ready solutions that empower businesses to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape. With over 20 years of experience in IT security, my expertise spans security sales, business strategy, and cloud-focused solutions. I am committed to driving organizational success by developing strategic frameworks and fostering strong customer relationships. My goal is to continue advancing Infoblox’s market presence while ensuring customer satisfaction through innovative and effective technology solutions.

Experience

  • Infoblox (9 yrs 3 mos)
    • Vice President Sales Engineering, EMEA
      Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

      I lead a world-class team that bridges cutting-edge cloud security technology with real-world customer needs. We’re the strategic link between innovation and implementation—translating complex security challenges into scalable, actionable solutions. Every day, we help organisations to accelerate their cloud transformation while staying ahead of evolving threats. From shaping product strategy to enabling customer success, we are passionate about designing solutions that are not only secure—but smart, seamless, and future-ready.

    • Senior Director Technical Sales, EMEA
      Sep 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

      • Led the Technical Sales and Cloud Specialist team at Infoblox, developing a global solution selling framework for cybersecurity and cloud specialty. • Implemented strategies to drive revenue growth and enhance customer satisfaction through innovative technical sales approaches. • Successfully built and executed a common solution selling framework, resulting in increased market share and customer retention.

    • Director Sales Engineering Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
      May 2021 - Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos

  • Sales Engineer at Forcepoint, LLC (Formerly Raytheon|Websense)
    Jun 2015 - May 2017 · 2 yrs

    Forcepoint, LLC (Formerly Raytheon|Websense) Sales Engineer for Spain and Portugal

  • Security Presales Consultant at IREO Soluciones y Servicios
    May 2011 - Jun 2015 · 4 yrs 2 mos

    Presales and Security Consultant

  • IT Security Consultant at INET S.L.
    Oct 2010 - May 2011 · 8 mos

    IT Security team manager. Coordinate network and information security projects

  • IT Security Engineer at SATEC
    Jul 2008 - Sep 2010 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    Network Security Engineer