NetSPI, the global leader in Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS), has announced the appointment of Sridhar Jayanthi as its Interim Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO). This strategic move underscores the company’s mission to advance its proactive security capabilities and strengthen its leadership position in modern cybersecurity testing.
Driving Next-Generation Security Innovation
Jayanthi’s extensive background in cybersecurity product leadership and engineering will play a crucial role in evolving NetSPI’s PTaaS Platform, enabling enterprises to build faster, more confident digital resilience.
“This is a pivotal moment for NetSPI and our clients,” said Aaron Shilts, President and CEO of NetSPI. “Sridhar’s expertise and proven ability to scale technology organizations will play a key role in enhancing the proactive security solutions we offer. Together, we’ll help security teams build digital resilience and stay competitive against today’s evolving cyber threats.”
A Proven Cybersecurity Leader
Jayanthi brings over two decades of experience leading world-class security organizations. He spent more than 11 years at McAfee (now Trellix), where he built the India Development Center and served on the company’s Global Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Later, at FireEye (now Mandiant), he led the endpoint security division and international operations, also serving as a member of the ELT.
As the CEO and Co-founder of PolyLogyx, later acquired by EclecticIQ, Jayanthi played a pivotal role in driving the company’s Endpoint and XDR business. His leadership in building high-performing teams and scaling cybersecurity platforms positions him perfectly to guide NetSPI’s next phase of innovation.
“NetSPI has established itself as the clear leader in security testing by combining deep human expertise with a powerful technology platform,” said Sridhar Jayanthi. “The industry urgently needs a better approach to continuous security testing, and NetSPI is uniquely positioned to deliver that innovation. I’m excited to help advance our proactive security capabilities, leverage automation, and develop solutions that strengthen our clients’ defenses across dynamic digital landscapes.”
Empowering Organizations with Proactive Security
NetSPI’s proactive security framework integrates cutting-edge technology, real-time intelligence, and human expertise to help global enterprises identify, analyze, and mitigate cyber risks. Its PTaaS Platform delivers clarity, scalability, and speed across 50+ pentest types, enabling faster vulnerability detection and remediation.
Backed by NetSPI Labs, the company continuously pioneers research and innovation in penetration testing, attack surface management, and vulnerability prioritization. This approach ensures that organizations worldwide can defend against modern cyber threats with greater precision and confidence.
About NetSPI
NetSPI® is a global leader and pioneer in Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS). Combining AI-driven automation with human expertise, NetSPI helps organizations strengthen their security posture through deep-dive testing, continuous assessment, and actionable insights.
Trusted by the top 10 U.S. banks and numerous Fortune 500 companies, NetSPI offers unparalleled visibility and control over security testing operations. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and its PTaaS platform is available through AWS Marketplace.
