Steve Mockaitis

Lead SASE & SD-WAN Engineer

With over 15 years in the VAR/MSP industry, Steve Mockaitis brings deep expertise in SD-WAN, SASE, and managed network services to his role at C3 Technology Advisors. Known for simplifying complex transformations, he helps organizations modernize their network and security strategies to align with today’s cloud-forward, digitally driven environments.

Steve’s approach is rooted in real-world experience and a strong belief that network and security consolidation is critical to scalable, future-ready IT. He takes pride in guiding clients through nuanced decisions—like helping a security-forward credit union adopt a SASE framework tailored to their evolving needs.

A self-described “engineering nerd,” Steve lives in Buffalo Grove, IL, with his wife and two sons. Outside of work, he’s a lifelong guitarist, comic book fan, and Hemingway enthusiast who brings creativity and curiosity to everything he does.

TL;DR:

- SD-WAN & SASE expert helping clients modernize their IT frameworks
- Driven by transformation, strategy, and client - Engineer at heart—with a rock band past and a passion for problem-solving

Beyond The Bio


Chicago	Joined 2020

Steve attended DePaul University in Chicago.

Steve used to have a mohawk!

He has a dog named Gus.

Contact Steve Mockaitis

Insights & Impacts

Featured

Leading the Way

AI and machine learning aren’t just buzzwords, but are redefining how modern businesses secure and manage their networks. See how SASE is evolving in this quick-read blog that breaks it all down.

Check it out

My Perspectives

What does a Successful SD-WAN Deployment look like?

Outdated hardware and poor vendor support left this healthcare provider exposed. Watch how Steve Mockaitis helped turn their SD-WAN strategy around with a smarter, more secure solution.

Watch Now

C3 Engineering Insights: The SASE Revolution.

SASE is more than a buzzword—it’s a fundamental shift in how organizations approach network and security architecture. In this blog, C3 engineers break down what’s driving the change and why it matters now more than ever.

C3_Tech_Summit_Day_2_Executive_Dinner_0020 width=

The C3 Tech Summit

The C3 Tech Summit is more than an event, it’s a platform where engineering leaders like Steve Mockaitis shape the conversations that matter most.

From curating relevant, real-world topics to participating in expert panels, C3 engineers play a key role in delivering insights that help clients navigate complex technology decisions.

Whether you're exploring secure network design, SASE strategy, or emerging AI applications, the Tech Summit brings together thought leaders, clients, and partners for actionable takeaways and candid conversations—all grounded in practical expertise.

Tell Me More

The C3 CX Pulse Report '25

Download, print, and save this one.

The best guide for all things with Customer Experience in 2025. Interviews with suppliers, insights from industry experts, and data that you won't find anywhere else.

If you only download one CX report, make sure it's this one.

I Want a Copy