IGEL Announces John Walsh as Field CTO - Critical Sectors

Veteran in Cybersecurity, Zero-Trust Architecture, Government, and Critical Sectors joins IGEL

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IGEL, a leading provider of the secure endpoint OS for now and next, today announced John Walsh as its new field chief technology officer (CTO) focused on Critical Sectors. In this role, Walsh will lead IGEL's go-to-market (GTM) strategy across government, financial services, manufacturing, retail/transportation, Operational Technology (OT), and Internet of Things (IoT), further advancing the company's mission to provide customers with secure, cost-efficient solutions that simplify operations and enhance sustainability.

"IGEL is at the forefront of optimizing endpoint security, management, and total cost of ownership (TCO)," said CEO Klaus Oestermann. "John's valuable expertise across industry sectors, coupled with his deep knowledge of cybersecurity and technology, will play a pivotal role in strengthening our position as the preferred solution for preventing ransomware and defending against cyber threats, all while empowering organizations with innovative, secure endpoint solutions that deliver tangible value to our customers."

Walsh's distinguished career includes senior leadership roles at publicly traded and private companies. These include Vice President of Secure Products at Analog Devices, Inc., Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at BlueRock Systems, Chief Strategy and Technology Officer at BlackRidge Technology International, and President of Sypris Electronics and Ducommun Technologies. Widely recognized for his contributions to cybersecurity innovation, Walsh also serves on several institutional advisory boards focused on cybersecurity and resilience.

"Working closely with IGEL customers across disciplines and sectors has been both inspiring and rewarding, providing unique insights into what they need to secure their endpoints and environments while strengthening their businesses," said Field CTO – Critical Sectors, John Walsh. "IGEL's innovative approach inspires me, and I'm eager to help drive the next chapter of success for IGEL's expanding ecosystem

of partners and customers. As Field CTO, I look forward to taking customer experiences via IGEL innovations to the next level."

To learn more and discover IGEL's transformative secure endpoint OS, designed to significantly reduce the TCO of endpoints and minimize the attack surface. Join us at IGEL Now & Next, taking place March 24-28 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach. This event is a fantastic opportunity to meet the IGEL team, engage in insightful discussions, and experience firsthand how we're revolutionizing the endpoint landscape. Click here for details.

About IGEL

IGEL is the leading secure endpoint OS for enterprises now and next. Designed for VDI, DaaS, SaaS, and secure browsing, IGEL OS delivers a first-class user experience that is seamless to manage – saving money, fueling growth, advancing sustainability, and driving organizations forward. IGEL OS takes a zero-trust approach to security through the unique IGEL Preventative Security Model, removing the attack vectors often exploited by bad actors. Trusted by leading healthcare, financial services, retail, manufacturing, and government leaders worldwide, IGEL has a growing ecosystem of more than 100 integrated IGEL Ready ecosystem partners in more than 50 countries. For more information on what IGEL can do for you, visit igel.com.

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