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Identity Matters with Sumit Dhawan, Proofpoint CEO

On this episode of Identity Matters, Mark McClain, CEO and Founder of SailPoint, is joined by Sumit Dhawan, CEO of Proofpoint.

Dhawan discusses his approach to cybersecurity and leadership, and the culture he strives to model at Proofpoint. McClain and Dhawan dive into the critical role that cybersecurity organizations play in helping enterprises solve their security challenges, and the importance of partnership with CISOs.

A key theme of this episode is the changing nature of cyber threats, and why AI is necessary to help defend against these increasingly sophisticated attacks. The conversation examines the four key solution platforms that have emerged in the cybersecurity industry, as well as the CISO’s shift in mindset from defending every possible corner of their business to operationalizing and managing risk through a suite of key solutions.

This episode explores the future of cybersecurity, why we should be excited about the industry’s direction, and how security teams can best support their CISO customers in the midst of uncertainty. Cybersecurity buffs and newbies alike will come away inspired about the possibilities that lie ahead.

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Mark McClainCEO and Co-founderSailPoint

Mark brings over 20 years of experience developing and leading innovative technology companies to his role as CEO and Co-founder of SailPoint. Under Mark’s direction, SailPoint has grown from a collection of fresh ideas into a publicly recognized leader in the identity management software market.

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Sumit DhawanCEOProofpoint

Sumit Dhawan is CEO of Proofpoint, leading 4,500+ employees to protect organizations from cyber threats and compliance risks. With 25+ years of experience, he has held senior roles at VMware, Instart, and Citrix, driving growth, customer success, and innovation.

Date: November 22, 2024Duration: 32min 58sec
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