Michael Crean

Senior Vice President, Managed Security Services Division

SonicWall

Michael Crean is the Senior Vice President of Managed Services at SonicWall, where he leads the company’s managed security services initiatives with a focus on enabling partner success. Michael’s leadership is centered on delivering scalable, high-impact security solutions for MSPs, MSSPs and VARs worldwide.



Michael has been instrumental in advancing SonicWall’s managed services offerings, driving partner engagement, and expanding the company’s footprint in the managed security services (MSS) space. His relentless commitment to partners has resulted in the development of real-world security solutions that meet corporate and compliance standards.



A recognized cybersecurity leader, Michael has focused his career on building practical solutions that empower partners to grow, protect their customers and scale their managed services practices. His deep experience in risk mitigation, governance and cyber resilience continues to shape SonicWall’s partner-first managed services strategy.



Prior to SonicWall, Michael founded Solutions Granted, Inc. and served as a United States Army Combat Veteran.

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