August 1, 2024 at 12:12PM
SentinelOne has appointed Alex Stamos as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). With a background at Yahoo and Facebook, Stamos aims to prioritize security over profit, referencing the dangers of upselling in the industry. The decision reflects SentinelOne’s commitment to a security-first approach in the face of increasing cyber threats.
From the meeting notes, it is clear that cybersecurity vendor SentinelOne has appointed Alex Stamos as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Stamos brings a wealth of experience, having previously led security programs at Yahoo and Facebook. His focus at SentinelOne will be on developing secure-by-design systems with a priority on chasing adversaries, not dollars.
SentinelOne’s CTO, Ric Smith, emphasized the importance of security as a priority, rather than an afterthought, in light of state actors targeting large cloud and security providers. Smith expressed confidence in Stamos’ ability to lead and accelerate their security efforts.
Stamos is recognized as a prominent figure in the cybersecurity industry, with a history of co-founding security consulting firms and contributing to cyber policy centers. The company’s decision to appoint him as CISO reflects a commitment to upholding the highest security standards.
The company also announced a $100 million venture fund and its intention to acquire Attivo Networks for $616 million, indicating a strategic focus on further expanding its capabilities and offerings.