Calence LLC, which builds, manages and optimizes customized, client-centric networks today announced that Greg Kellogg will head its growing network security practice as vice president of security solutions.

Kellogg will be responsible for managing the companys overall security strategy, as well as developing new security solutions and service offerings, establishing strategic partnerships, managing strategic client engagements and supporting business development efforts.

According to Calence, its security solutions practice focuses on a holistic approach to the network that seeks to assess risk, educate employees and build customized solutions that reduce customers’ liability and risk. Calence provides network security solutions for a variety of customers, such as manufacturers, financial service institutions, insurance firms and government agencies.

Kellogg joins Calence with more than 15 years of networking industry experience, including serving as a senior security business consultant for Cisco Systems Enterprise Channel organization. While at Cisco, Kellogg helped organizations understand regulatory compliance, policy creation and risk analysis to guide their security implementations. He was recognized for his commitment to service with Ciscos Technology Leader of the Year award.

Additionally, Kellogg has worked for Protego Networks Inc., a provider of security monitoring and threat management appliances, developing channel partner programs to help solutions providers increase their security revenue. Kellogg began his career in networking security at Wells Fargo Bank and served as network project manager for Insight Enterprise Inc.

Gregs depth of experience in networking security and proven sales track record will be invaluable assets to Calence, said Mike Fong, CEO of Calence. His leadership, technical expertise, entrepreneurial skills and knowledge of Cisco products will help Calence expand its security practice and develop new solutions to enhance the security infrastructure of our clients.

Calence LLC www.calence.com