Optiv Security, a provider of end-to-end cyber security solutions, has named Stu Solomon as chief technology and strategy officer (CTSO).
In the new role, Soloman will be responsible for aligning and evolving Optiv’s partner strategies and related product and service offerings. He will also be tasked with addressing the architectural and operational complexity of the enterprises’ cyber security programs.
Soloman will also oversee Optiv’s newly created CTSO business unit, which will encompass the company’s three core business areas: partners, services, and portfolio and product management. According to the company the new unit will ensure it provides the strategic, technology, product and operational expertise required to enable and mature security operations.
Optiv CEO Dan Burns said: “There is an enormous need among enterprises to transform their security architectures and operations from today’s reactive, unwieldy and product-centric model to one that is integrated, optimized, planned, predictable and measurable. Stu will drive Optiv’s strategy for meeting this market need with a new generation of comprehensive services that enable clients to radically strengthen and simplify their security programs.”
Solomon has served in executive positions with Optiv since joining the company in 2015, first as a security strategist and then as executive vice president of security solutions and operations. He has previously served as a cyber security practitioner, strategist and leader in the military, financial sector, consulting and the security product industry.
Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Optiv helps clients plan, build and run cyber security programs that achieve business objectives. Its offerings include capabilities and proven expertise in cyber security strategy, managed security services, incident response, risk and compliance, security consulting, training and support, integration and architecture services, and security technology.
Last year, Global buyout house KKR purchased a majority stake of the business for an undisclosed sum. previously announced acquisition of a majority stake of Optiv by KKR. Follwing the deal, a private equity fund owned by Blackstone and Optiv management maintained a minority interests in Optiv.
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