Tenable CEO Amit Yoran dies at 54 due to cancer
Tenable CEO Amit Yoran, cybersecurity executive and entrepreneur, died Friday 3 January, after a battle with cancer, at the age 54.
“Amit was an extraordinary leader, colleague, and friend,” “His passion for cybersecurity, his strategic vision, and his ability to inspire those around him have shaped Tenable’s culture and mission. His legacy will continue to guide us as we move forward.” said Art Coviello, Tenable’s lead independent director in a press release.
Tenable Statement
“Amit took a medical leave of absence starting December 5, 2024 at a time the Board appointed Steve Vintz, CFO, and Mark Thurmond, COO, as Co-CEOs to ensure continued strategic execution and stability of firm. The company will continue to operate under their leadership as the Board conducts a CEO search. Art Coviello will serve as Chairman of the Board.
About Tenable CEO Amit Yoran
Amit Yoran served as the firm CEO since 2016 and led the company when it went public in year 2018.
Before joining Tenable, Amit served as president of RSA Security, a network security company, and started NetWitness, a threat detection and response platform. In year 1998, Yoran co-founded Riptech Inc., which used sensor networks to protect government and corporate computers from various attacks.
In year 2003, Amit was named as director of the newly created Homeland Security Department’s National Cyber Security Division. Also, served as CEO of In-Q-Tel.
