Utimaco appoints Chief Strategy Officer, Telecom Solutions

A global provider of IT security solutions has named a new Chief Sales and Strategy Officer for its Telecom Solutions business.

Utimaco has confirmed that Cindy Provin will take on the role, focusing on the Public Warning Systems, Mass Notification Systems and Cell Broadcast Center provider markets.

Provin will also be managing the data storage (file & folder) portfolio.

Leading the Telecom Solutions business

Provin has over 25 years of experience in the cybersecurity and data protection industry.

At Utimaco, she will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives and driving growth for Utimaco’s acquisitions of Celltick and conpal GmbH.

According to the company, she has held executive leadership positions in sales, strategy, marketing and operations in the past.

Prior to joining Utimaco, Provin was Senior Vice President of Digital Identity & Data Protection for Entrust.

Utimaco: A trusted provider

Provin commented: “It is a privilege to join Utimaco at this pivotal moment in the company’s journey.

“Utimaco is a clear trusted provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions, with a broad portfolio providing innovative solutions and services to protect critical data, identities, assets and communication networks for the security and safety of global customers and citizens.”

“I am very excited to be part of the Telecom team, focusing on Public Warning Systems (PWS), Mass Notification Systems and Critical Event Management as well as working with the conpal team to scale our IT security solutions for the protection of confidential data by means of encryption and authentication for file and folders, regardless of where the data is stored.

“There are many opportunities to scale the business and I look forward to working with the Utimaco team to continue our success.”

“Deep market knowledge”

Stefan Auerbach, CEO, Utimaco added: “We are very happy that Cindy decided to join Utimaco.

“I have known her for years and have always been impressed with her deep market knowledge, her business acumen and her personality as a leader.

“Her skills and drive will help us grow our most recent acquisitions in line with the strong growth we have shown in our Information Security business for the past four years.”