Cyber Job Moves: The People Moves Driving Today’s Security Industry
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Mike Watson – State of Virginia
Mike Watson has been elevated to Chief Information Officer for the State of Virginia. He has spent more than a decade overseeing the state’s security strategy, including risk management and incident response across government systems. His background is tied to cybersecurity operations, with earlier roles in IT risk and security incident management. (source)
Ashish Faujdar – Lupin
Cybersecurity leadership at Lupin will now be handled by Ashish Faujdar as Global Chief Information Security Officer. He takes charge of securing enterprise systems and patient data while ensuring compliance across global markets. His role includes embedding security into the company’s ongoing digital initiatives. Faujdar previously led cyber security and data protection at Mahindra Group and served as Group CISO and DPO at Mahindra Finance. (source)
Geoff Haydon – Commvault
Commvault has expanded its leadership team with Geoff Haydon stepping into Customer and Field Operations. He will oversee sales, partnerships, and customer success functions across the business. The role covers end-to-end customer operations as the company scales its enterprise presence. Haydon previously led cybersecurity firm Ontinue and has held leadership roles at VMware and Secureworks.(source)
Gary Merrill – Commvault
Commvault has moved Gary Merrill into the Chief Financial Officer role, where he will oversee financial operations as the company continues its shift toward a subscription and SaaS-based business model. Merrill brings over two decades of experience at the company, including leadership across finance, sales, and partner functions. He most recently handled commercial operations and sales. (source)
Irving Bruckstein – Cyber A.I. Group
Irving Bruckstein steps in as Chief Executive Officer at Cyber A.I. Group, taking charge of its cybersecurity and AI-led business strategy. He will lead expansion efforts, including scaling operations and the company’s CyberAI Sentinel 2.0 platform. Bruckstein previously served as CIO and CISO at Washington College, and held senior roles at NYU and Columbia University. (source)
Rabih Itani – WatchGuard Technologies
WatchGuard Technologies has appointed Rabih Itani as Regional Director for its Middle East and Africa operations. He will drive go-to-market efforts, partner expansion, and adoption. The role focuses on scaling operations and strengthening relationships with distributors and service providers. Itani previously held regional roles at CyberKnight and Vectra AI, along with a long tenure at Aruba working on security and network initiatives. (source)
Hussain Salman – Sophos
Sophos has brought in Hussain Salman to lead enterprise services across the Gulf region, covering the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar. The role involves guiding customers on using AI-driven security solutions for threat detection, prevention, and response. Salman previously led cybersecurity business development at Secureworks and spent several years at Dell Technologies. (source)
Jean-Yves Belzile – Plurilock
Plurilock has added Jean-Yves Belzile to its Industry Advisory Council, bringing in decades of military intelligence experience. He will support advisory efforts tied to defense policy, capability development, and engagement with government stakeholders. Belzile is a former Canadian Air Force Colonel with over 30 years of experience, including senior roles with NORAD and NATO. (source)
Eric Sauvé – Plurilock
Eric Sauvé has also joined Plurilock’s Industry Advisory Council, adding operational intelligence and defense sector experience to the company. He will contribute to advisory initiatives focused on threat assessment, defense strategy, and government engagement. Sauvé served as a Canadian Army Military Intelligence Officer for over two decades, including deployments in Afghanistan and Bosnia under NATO command. (source)
Tim Wedande – Saviynt
Regional technology strategy across APJ will be led by Tim Wedande as Field Chief Technology Officer at Saviynt. Wedande brings over two decades of cybersecurity experience, most recently serving as Partner at EY, where he worked on identity and digital transformation projects. His background includes helping organisations build scalable identity and security frameworks. (source)
Shalini Singhal – F&M Bank
Technology leadership at F&M Bank is now under Shalini Singhal as Chief Information and Technology Officer. She will guide enterprise technology strategy, aligning systems, digital initiatives, and cybersecurity priorities with business growth. Her role includes overseeing infrastructure, internal platforms, and security across the bank’s operations. Singhal has spent nearly six years at F&M, most recently serving as Chief Information Officer. (source)
Michael DeCesare – Oasis Security
Oasis Security has brought in Michael DeCesare to take on the role of president as the company expands its identity security business. He will lead go-to-market efforts, focusing on scaling the adoption of the company’s non-human identity management technology. DeCesare previously served as CEO of Forescout Technologies and Exabeam, and held the role of president at McAfee. (source)
Meital Koren – Cato Networks
Cato Networks has brought in Meital Koren as Chief Legal Officer, placing her in charge of global legal operations as the company scales its cybersecurity business. She will oversee governance, regulatory compliance, strategic transactions, and enterprise risk management. Koren brings over 15 years of legal experience and previously held senior legal roles at CyberArk. (source)
Vikas Chaubey – NovelVox
Security and compliance at NovelVox will now be led by Vikas Chaubey as Head of Information Security & Compliance (CISO & DPO). He will oversee application, cloud, and IT security. His role includes building scalable security frameworks and aligning compliance with business operations. Chaubey previously led enterprise security and privacy at BUSINESSNEXT, where he worked on global standards including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and SOC 2. (source)
Simon Godfrey – Ontinue
Ontinue has expanded its leadership with Simon Godfrey taking on the Chief Revenue Officer role. He will drive revenue growth in the US, UK, Ireland, and DACH regions. Godfrey brings over 25 years of cybersecurity experience, most recently serving as Vice President of Sales for EMEA at Secureworks. His background includes leadership roles at NTT Security, CA Technologies, and MTI Technology. (source)
Neill Feather – Point Wild
Point Wild has elevated Neill Feather to Chief Executive Officer. He steps into the role after serving as President and COO. Feather brings over two decades of experience in cybersecurity and SaaS, including his time as CEO of SiteLock. In his new role, he will guide overall strategy and execution as Point Wild grows its AI-powered security platform. (source)
John Ryan – Claroty
Claroty has expanded its leadership with John Ryan taking on the role of Vice President of Worldwide Partner Ecosystem, focusing on strengthening its global channel strategy. He will lead the company’s partner programme. The role centers on scaling go-to-market efforts. Ryan brings experience from multiple cybersecurity firms, including Radiant Logic, Orca Security, Illumio, Guardicore, Rapid7, and ForeScout Technologies. (source)
Kirsten Joppe – EUPM Moldova
Leadership of the EU Partnership Mission in Moldova will now be handled by Kirsten Joppe as she steps in to head the mission. She will oversee efforts focused on strengthening security sector resilience, including work on hybrid threats and cybersecurity. The role involves supporting crisis management capabilities and countering foreign information interference. Joppe previously served as Deputy Head of Mission and Chief of Staff at EUPM Moldova, and earlier worked with EUAM Ukraine on strategic reform initiatives. (source)
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