Horizon3.ai Appoints Keith Poyser as EMEA Vice President
Horizon3.ai, a leading name in autonomous security solutions, is thrilled to announce that Keith Poyser is joining as the new Vice President for the European, Middle Eastern, and African (EMEA) regions. With an impressive career that spans over 25 years, Poyser has gained extensive knowledge and experience in sales growth, business strategy, and development across various well-respected cybersecurity and technology firms.
Poyser's Notable Career in Cybersecurity
Keith Poyser’s professional journey reflects a strong dedication to the tech industry, marked by key positions at influential companies such as SentinelOne, Palo Alto Networks, BigFix, and IBM. His track record includes successfully building and revitalizing sales teams, along with devising effective go-to-market strategies that have led to impressive growth. Poyser’s leadership will be essential for Horizon3.ai as it seeks to boost its presence in the fast-changing EMEA market.
Strategic Focus on People, Technology, and Market Growth
Poyser shared his vision for success, highlighting three main pillars: people, technology, and market potential. He expressed strong confidence in Horizon3.ai's capabilities, stating that the company excels in these areas. With a talented leadership team and innovative solutions, Horizon3.ai is well-equipped to tackle real challenges. His enthusiasm for the NodeZero autonomous penetration testing platform underscores its potential to reshape how organizations approach risk management and reduce costs.
Dedication to Operational Excellence and Business Expansion
Poyser's approach to leadership will focus on strategically developing talent, optimizing market strategies, and building partnerships in key industries. He underscores the importance of resource management that effectively delivers value to clients. This fits perfectly with Horizon3.ai's mission to help organizations tackle today’s pressing cybersecurity challenges.
Praise from Horizon3.ai Leadership
Matt Harley, Chief Revenue Officer at Horizon3.ai, voiced his enthusiasm about Poyser joining the leadership team. He noted that Poyser's extensive experience in cybersecurity and exceptional skills in scaling businesses will be key to the company's ongoing growth in the EMEA sector. The increasing need for effective cyber risk assessments positions the NodeZero platform as an essential resource for organizations looking to meet regulatory standards and protect their assets.
Leadership Background and Passion for the Outdoors
Poyser's background includes significant roles such as Area Vice President for Northern EMEA at SentinelOne, along with leadership positions at Palo Alto Networks. His proven ability to guide teams through rapid advancements and achieve sales excellence is commendable. Outside of work, he resides near London and enjoys outdoor pursuits, including long-range rifle competition, representing the UK on various stages.
About Horizon3.ai
Horizon3.ai's NodeZero™ Autonomous Security Platform is dedicated to elevating security measures through integrated threat detection, independent penetration testing, and comprehensive governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) insights. By proactively identifying and addressing exploitable vulnerabilities through strategic deception and threat detection via NodeZero Tripwires™, it significantly enhances organizational security. Founded in 2019 by seasoned industry veterans from U.S. National Security, Horizon3.ai is at the forefront of cybersecurity advancements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Keith Poyser?
Keith Poyser is the newly appointed Vice President for the EMEA region at Horizon3.ai, bringing over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology.
What is NodeZero?
NodeZero is Horizon3.ai's autonomous penetration testing platform designed to help organizations identify and fix security vulnerabilities.
What companies has Poyser worked for?
Poyser has held leadership roles at SentinelOne, Palo Alto Networks, BigFix, and IBM.
What are Horizon3.ai's main products?
Horizon3.ai focuses on integrated threat detection, autonomous penetration testing, and GRC insights to enhance organizational security.
What is Horizon3.ai's mission?
Horizon3.ai is dedicated to tackling significant cybersecurity challenges through innovative solutions like the NodeZero platform.
