Edgio Strengthens Global SOC and Security Leadership with Addition of Veteran Security Expert, Tom Gorup
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Appointment Reinforces Edgio’s Commitment and Investment in its Security Managed Services, Incident Response, and Threat Intelligence Offerings
Tom Gorup, VP of Security Services, Edgio (Photo: Business Wire)
Prior to Edgio, Tom held several executive-level security positions, including Vice President of Security Operations at Alert Logic (now Fortra) where he led Alert Logic's global Security Operations Centers. Tom was also Co-Founder and Director of Security Operations for Rook Security where he oversaw its Managed Detection and Response services and developed proprietary security operations management technologies and processes for organizations ranging from fast-growing startups to Fortune 100 companies. Prior to his work in cybersecurity, Tom also served in
"Our customers in banking, payments, retail and media all sleep easier knowing we have a comprehensive product that includes bot management, cloud firewall, API protection, and DDoS protection that runs in more than 300 global points of presence. They also tell us they want security experts to provide the highest level of protection in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape," said Kapur. "Tom’s deep expertise in security managed services, incident response and threat intelligence combined with his leadership and passion for cybersecurity align perfectly with Edgio's mission to provide business value through reduced risk and simplified edge security."
Edgio will be showcasing its security offering at this week’s Black Hat conference, taking place in
"I feel extremely privileged to be a part of Edgio during this transformative time," said Gorup. "Cybersecurity is a dynamic and evolving field, and Edgio's dedication to innovation and excellence presents an exciting opportunity to further strengthen organizations' defenses against cyber threats. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at Edgio to deliver unparalleled security solutions to our clients."
About Edgio
Edgio (NASDAQ: EGIO) helps companies deliver online experiences and content faster, safer, and with more control. Its developer-friendly, globally scaled edge network, combined with fully integrated application and media solutions, provide a single platform for the delivery of high-performing, secure web properties and streaming content. Through this fully integrated platform and end-to-end edge services, companies can deliver content quicker and more securely, thus boosting overall revenue and business value. To learn more, visit edg.io and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
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