Analyst Profile
Kelly M. Kavanagh
Principal Research Analyst
18 years at Gartner
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32 years industry experience
VA USA
Roles and Responsibilities
Kelly Kavanagh is a Principal Analyst in Gartner's Information Security and Privacy program. Mr. Kavanagh focuses on professional and managed services for network and internet security. He conducts research on end-user requirements and vendor portfolios for managed services. He assists Gartner clients in understanding various security service providers and offerings, and in finding appropriate solutions to specific needs. He also provides advice on evaluating, selecting and deploying security information and event management technology, and vulnerability management products and services.
Areas of Coverage
- Security & Privacy
Kelly M. Kavanagh's Recent Gartner Activity
Latest Research
Background
Previous Experience
Before joining Gartner, Mr. Kavanagh worked for International Data Corp. (IDC), covering the high-performance computing market. He also covered user research for government clients in the areas of application development, object technology and information security. As an independent consultant and as an employee of Maximus, Mr. Kavanagh worked with business and government information technology managers engaged in planning and implementing a variety of technology efforts.
Professional Background
Hayes-Mechling-Kleiman, Partner & Founder, 6 years
IDC, Research Director, 6 years
Maximus, Director, Management Analysis, 2 years
Education
B.A., Political Science, Drew University, New Jersey
Languages
English
