CXO REvolutionaries

Japan's history of innovation in high-tech industries makes it a prime target for ransomware gangs and state-sponsored adversaries. Will that force its boards to take a larger role in overseeing cyber risk? Zscaler EPV, Customer Experience & Transformation Kavitha Mariappan recently sat in on a panel to discuss the topic. Find her readout here: https://lnkd.in/d6EYA2a9 Jess Nall Helmuth Ludwig Hiroko Okada Lauren Wojno Wise Wise Rob Sloan Kyle Fiehler

In the latest #CXO Monthly Roundup, Zscaler CSO and #ThreatLabz leader Deepen Desai analyzed fraudulent websites designed to impersonate DeepSeek AI and mislead unsuspecting users into divulging sensitive information and/or executing harmful malware; uncovered #Linkc, a new ransomware group; and examined network communication strategies used by #Xloader version 6 and 7.? Read more: https://lnkd.in/g89TSnkC

Insiders know the power of cloud-based secure access to change how we think about and approach M&As. ??▓ Michael Cuneo ▓?? , Managing Director - M&A / D&S Advisor, Zscaler, shows how acquirers can obtain value-capture activities on Day 1 without delay, often achieving planned synergies months to quarters ahead of schedule. The trick is to secure connectivity between the acquired ecosystem and the acquirer's shared assets. Read more about the transformative impact of next-gen, zero IT footprint post-merger integrations and kick the old M&A playbook to the curb: https://lnkd.in/gZM23YGw

We are honored and delighted to welcome Morningstar CIO Laura Kohl to the Zscaler CXO Revolutionaries. A model leader and ORBIE Enterprise CIO Winner, Laura is a consistent champion of end-users and always on the lookout for ways to improve their experience. We all benefit from her willingness to share her expertise with the greater CXO community and are excited to welcome her to this exclusive group. Learn more about Laura: https://lnkd.in/dXU6usd4 Kavitha Mariappan Lauren Wojno Wise Alli Dolan Kyle Fiehler Rob Sloan Christopher Jablonski Dan Shelton Sam Curry Pamela Kubiatowski Sean Cordero Sanjit Ganguli Jay Patty Martyn Ditchburn Brad Moldenhauer Benjamin Corll ?? Marc Lueck Robert Bair Sebastian Kemi Tony Fergusson Suvabrata Sinha Christoph Schuhwerk Yiannis Vassiliades Heng Mok James Tucker Daan Huybregts Kevin Schwarz Yaroslav Rosomakho Brian Deitch Antonie Falco

Privacy and security are distinct yet related disciplines, and it's important for CISOs to understand the nuanced interplay between the two. Zscaler CISO in Residence Benjamin Corll ??breaks down this complex relationship in his latest post. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gyiwmz9G

Organizations hesitate to adopt new technology despite the benefits because of change costs, whether they're clear or hidden, easily quantifiable or not, such as "soft costs" as used in the construction industry. Change costs are inherent in any major transformation projects like adopting zero trust architecture. In his latest addition to CXO Revolutionaries, ex- Gartner analyst and product leader at Zscaler Nat Smith, CISSP, MBA recounts Zscaler's own successful, unnoticed implementation of Airgap Networks technology at headquarters, demonstrating the technology's effectiveness and low change costs, making it a great method for boosting zero trust security. Airgap Networks, acquired by Zscaler, offers a simpler and cost-effective method for #microsegmentation by using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to isolate devices on a network, eliminating the need for agents or network re-engineering. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7zvJWVj

Please welcome Mike Gemza, CTO at Cornerstone Building Brands to CXO Revolutionaries! Mike’s transformational journey is one of relentless innovation, strategic execution, and cultural leadership. Throughout his career, he has built high-performing teams, modernized infrastructure, and delivered pragmatic technology solutions that drive competitive advantage. From executing a large-scale financial system transformation that secured critical revenue operations to pioneering predictive corrosion monitoring that shifted a legacy hardware business into a SaaS model, Mike has consistently leveraged technology to fuel business growth. Learn more about Mike and his contributions: https://lnkd.in/gKFHj3UX Kavitha Mariappan Lauren Wojno Wise Alli Dolan Kyle Fiehler Rob Sloan Christopher Jablonski Dan Shelton Sam Curry Pamela Kubiatowski Sean Cordero Sanjit Ganguli Jay Patty Martyn Ditchburn Brad Moldenhauer Benjamin Corll ?? Marc Lueck Robert Bair Sebastian Kemi Tony Fergusson Suvabrata Sinha Christoph Schuhwerk Yiannis Vassiliades Heng Mok James Tucker Daan Huybregts Kevin Schwarz Yaroslav Rosomakho Brian Deitch Antonie Falco #cxo #digitaltransformation #zerotrust

Welcome long-time Zscaler customer Darren Beattie, head of information security at Tower Insurance, to CXO Revolutionaries! With over 25 years of experience in infrastructure technology, service operations, and management, Darren has made a huge positive impact among executive peers driving transformation. Learn more about Darren and his contributions: https://lnkd.in/gd5uJERt Kavitha Mariappan Lauren Wojno Wise Alli Dolan Kyle Fiehler Rob Sloan Christopher Jablonski Dan Shelton Sam Curry Pamela Kubiatowski Sean Cordero Sanjit Ganguli Jay Patty Martyn Ditchburn Brad Moldenhauer Benjamin Corll ?? Marc Lueck Robert Bair Sebastian Kemi Tony Fergusson Suvabrata Sinha Christoph Schuhwerk Yiannis Vassiliades Heng Mok James Tucker Daan Huybregts Kevin Schwarz Yaroslav Rosomakho Brian Deitch Antonie Falco

A big warm welcome to Traci Sarmiento, PhD to CXO Revolutionaries! Her knowledge of cybersecurity, global network operations and development, robotics and automation, and programmatics is a huge asset to the community. Get to know Traci and her role at Kenvue: https://lnkd.in/gN9tJxVg Kavitha Mariappan Lauren Wojno Wise Emma Hall Julia Cummings Brandi Goswick Melissa McCamey Lauren Grady Alli Dolan Kyle Fiehler Rob Sloan Christopher Jablonski Dan Shelton Sam Curry Pamela Kubiatowski Sean Cordero Sanjit Ganguli Jay Patty Martyn Ditchburn Brad Moldenhauer Benjamin Corll ?? Marc Lueck Robert Bair Sebastian Kemi Tony Fergusson Suvabrata Sinha Christoph Schuhwerk Yiannis Vassiliades Heng Mok James Tucker Daan Huybregts Kevin Schwarz Yaroslav Rosomakho Brian Deitch

Tonight (US time) The Japan Board Diversity Network (JBDN) is hosting an event for female board directors: "Cyber Risk Oversight for Board Directors." Get top advice and education from a diverse lineup of thought leaders: ?? Kavitha Mariappan, EVP, Customer Experience & Transformation, Zscaler ?? Helmuth Ludwig, CXO Revolutionary & former CIO ?? Jess Nall, Partner, Baker McKenzie ?? Hiroko Okada, Cybersecurity Evangelist, Sompo Holdings Apply now: https://lnkd.in/g2aQyxKf