FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 07, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cloud24x7, a Next Generation Cybersecurity Services company that provides solutions uniquely built for Partners (VARs, LARs, MSPs), has announced that Curt Lindenberger, former VP of Technology Solutions at Sophos, has joined its Advisory Board.

With his extensive experience in business and technology, Curt will be advising the Company on shaping its overall business strategy, expanding its cybersecurity service offerings, and guiding additional technology integration opportunities. Additionally, Curt will act as a strategic consultant to Cloud24x7 to drive product and service development addressing the evolving needs of the cybersecurity marketplace.

Curt brings more than three decades of experience working across Sales, Sales Engineering, Professional Services, Customer Success and Customer Support. He has proven leadership experience in many areas including strategic business planning, business analytics, risk mitigation, contract development and regulatory compliance. Prior to serving on the Cloud24x7 Advisory Board, he served as VP of Technology Solutions at Sophos, managing the daily operations of 90 plus technology staff for this market-leading provider of cybersecurity solutions.

“Cloud24x7 has the vision of increasing security revenue for its partners by providing them next generation cybersecurity services elevating them to function as security consultants for their customers. Over the last year, we grew exponentially towards our vision. We have launched services that protect businesses from continuously evolving cyberthreats and have launched a new partner program that enables our partners to capitalize on our unique services,” said Jacob Thankachen, VP – Strategic Sales : Americas, Cloud24x7.

Jacob further added, “We are excited to have Curt Lindenberger on our Advisory Board at a time when our company and the cybersecurity industry are both growing. Now we will have a more refined strategic direction towards achieving our vision.”

Commenting on his new endeavor, Curt Lindenberger said, “As cyberthreats continuously evolve, the associated business risks increase exponentially. Today, businesses, security vendors and managed security service providers must work jointly to combat cyberthreats. A collaborative approach aimed at identifying existing vulnerabilities, educating on best practice and heightening awareness ensures an improved security posture. Cloud24x7 with its next generation services, technology and partner community makes this a reality. I am excited to contribute to its vision and to deliver these much needed services through our valued channel partners.”

About Cloud 24x7:

Founded in 2016, Cloud24x7 has a presence in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and India with combined many years of Technical and Management Expertise in IT Security. The company believes in building strategic partnerships with customers and vendors. It has invested in Experienced & vetted Network Security Experts (Pre-sales Engineers), Infrastructure (SOC Centre), Tools (Ticketing/SIEM etc...) and strictly followed ITIL Based Processes to deliver - 24x7x365 Proactive Monitoring, Alerting & Management of the Firewalls and Professional Network Security Services. Cloud24x7 has established relationships and achieved accreditation with the key Next-Gen Firewall/UTM manufacturers. This, along with highly qualified service delivery team ensures it always deliver the highest levels of service. It includes our managed network security services like Support, Secure, Secure Plus, FireSecure - Consultancy-Led Firewall Audited, Reported and Secured Service and other Professional network security services.