Forcepoint, a global leader in data security, announced three strategic leadership appointment to accelerate innovation and execution of its AI-driven Data Security Everywhere strategy. Guy Shamilov has been named Chief Information Security Officer (CISO.
As data spreads across hybrid environments and generative AI (GenAI) introduces new risks, dynamic, adaptive data security is essential for protecting sensitive information and intellectual property from automated, AI-driven threats. Legacy security approaches relying on disconnected, one-off tools are no longer sustainable. By unifying security policies and leveraging AI-powered automation, Forcepoint’s Data Security Everywhere platform enables businesses and governments to prevent data loss, simplify compliance and proactively defend against evolving cyber threats—all through a centralized, AI-driven architecture.
“Our mission is to simplify security for enterprises and governments by embedding AI automation into every aspect of data security,” said Ryan Windham, CEO of Forcepoint. “With AI Mesh at the core of Forcepoint’s insights and adaptive controls for risk, we uniquely deliver full-lifecycle data security across hybrid and AI environments. Guy, Bakshi and Naveen bring deep expertise to accelerate this product innovation, enhance customer security postures and drive our growth as the leader in unified data security.”
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Guy Shamilov, CISO – Security at the Core of Business Strategy
With over 20 years of experience, Shamilov leads Forcepoint’s global security strategy and operations, embedding cybersecurity into business culture, objectives and operations. Prior to Forcepoint, he served as CISO at Varonis, Tata Consultancy Services and Traiana, driving security innovation and risk management. He also holds the (ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification and was named CISO of the Year in 2023 by NC Tech Association.
“CISOs today face an unprecedented challenge—AI-driven attacks are on the rise, and businesses are struggling to keep up with evolving threats, adapt strategies, and fix security gaps—all while managing complex tools and controls,” said Shamilov. “Forcepoint is solving this problem with an end-to-end, AI-powered platform that brings visibility and control under one roof to simplify management, mitigate risk and reduce cost for CISOs.”
SOURCE: Businesswire