Aryaka, a leading provider of Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) as a Service, has recently made significant strides in bolstering its network security capabilities. Through strategic leadership appointments and the establishment of a dedicated threat research lab, Aryaka is reinforcing its commitment to delivering secure, agile, and customer-centric solutions in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Strategic Leadership Appointments
Vidyaranya Maddi Promoted to Chief Customer Officer
Aryaka has promoted Vidyaranya Maddi to the role of Chief Customer Officer (CCO). Maddi, who has been with Aryaka for over 12 years, has played a pivotal role in transforming global delivery and support functions to enhance network security. His efforts have resulted in an impressively high average customer tenure of over eight years and a remarkable Gartner Peer Insights rating of 4.7 out of 5. In his new role, Maddi will oversee the entire customer success function, ensuring seamless interactions and delivering value across all customer touchpoints.
Maddi emphasizes Aryaka’s long-standing commitment to outstanding customer service. He plans to further develop the Customer Success Management (CSM) function to anticipate and meet customer needs throughout their secure networking journey. Shailesh Shukla, CEO of Aryaka, underscores the significance of Maddi’s promotion, highlighting it as a step forward in Aryaka’s mission to maintain a customer-centric culture and deliver superior value to its global clientele.
Scott Fanning Joins as Vice President of Security Product Management
In addition to Maddi’s promotion, Aryaka has hired Scott Fanning to serve as Vice President of Security Product Management. Fanning brings over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity from notable companies like Palo Alto Networks, CrowdStrike, Citrix, McAfee, and Cisco. At Aryaka, he will focus on advancing the company’s Unified SASE as a Service, leveraging their OnePass architecture to offer unique solutions that address expanding threats and new attack surfaces introduced with AI adoption.
Fanning emphasizes the evolving security landscape, where adversaries are increasingly using AI to find gaps in enterprise defenses. Aryaka’s Unified SASE as a Service Platform, with its unparalleled observability and consolidated tools, is designed to close these gaps and protect customers from advanced threats. Fanning expresses his excitement about joining Aryaka and contributing to the global fight against cyber threats.
Launch of Aryaka Cyber Threat Research Lab (CTRL)
Aditya Sood Leads Aryaka Cyber Threat Research Lab
The centerpiece of Aryaka’s new strategic initiatives is the launch of the Aryaka Cyber Threat Research Lab (CTRL). Directed by Aditya Sood, VP of Security Engineering and AI Strategy, CTRL is a proactive research center aimed at identifying, analyzing, and mitigating emerging network security risks. Sood’s leadership, along with its emphasis on real-world threat evaluations and collaborations with industry threat groups, will ensure Aryaka’s solutions provide state-of-the-art defenses.
Sood’s leadership in the lab will prioritize understanding the latest threats and developing innovative security measures to address them. The lab’s research will focus on real-world threat evaluations and collaborations with industry threat groups, ensuring Aryaka’s solutions provide state-of-the-art defenses.
Reinforcing Commitment to Network Security
Aryaka, a leading provider of Unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) as a Service, has recently taken significant steps to enhance its network security offerings. The company has solidified its leadership team by making strategic appointments, ensuring they have the right expertise at the helm to drive their security initiatives forward. Additionally, Aryaka has established a dedicated threat research laboratory, underscoring their dedication to staying ahead of the curve in the constantly changing cybersecurity arena.
With these advancements, Aryaka demonstrates its unwavering commitment to providing solutions that are not only secure but also agile and tailored to the needs of their customers. They recognize the importance of adapting to the ever-evolving threats in the cybersecurity landscape and are investing in the necessary resources to do so effectively. By focusing on both leadership and cutting-edge research, Aryaka aims to reinforce its position as a trusted name in network security, consistently delivering services that protect and empower their clients in the digital age.
