Michael Sherwood

25 years of experience in cybersecurity and privacy, with an in-depth knowledge of consumer security issues and privacy trends, including scams and breaches
VP of Product at Malwarebytes
Former director and lead architect at Geek Squad, where he invented the Geek Squad’s software toolkit
U.S. Air Force veteran

Experience

Michael is the VP of Product at Malwarebytes, a cybersecurity company protecting consumers online. He has 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and privacy, including software development and system implementation, and throughout his career, he has invented and patented various diagnostic and malware-removal procedures.

Prior to joining Malwarebytes, Michael was a director and lead architect for Geek Squad, directing software development and growing the team from 50 to 20,000 global technicians. Additionally, he invented the Geek Squad’s software toolkit, which revolutionized global-repair and technical-support models. He is also a U.S. Air Force veteran, and while on active duty, he served as a satellite and wideband communication journeyman across the United States, Europe and Asia.

Education

University of Maryland Global Campus

BS, Information Systems Management, Business Administration