Cyber Security
BeyondTrust Appoints New CISO, CMO, and CCO

BeyondTrust has announced the finaliaation of its executive leadership team, comprising seasoned professionals with over 100 years of experience in driving growth and innovation across diverse industries. With the appointment of Sean Cashin as Chief Customer Officer, Brett Theiss as Chief Marketing Officer, and Michael Machado as Chief Information Security Officer, BeyondTrust solidifies its commitment to delivering unparalleled value and excellence to its customers worldwide through its identity security leadership.
As Chief Customer Officer, Sean Cashin assumes responsibility for ensuring customers achieve their business objectives and cybersecurity goals through BeyondTrust’s innovative solutions. Sean joined BeyondTrust in 2018 and has held several progressive roles within the Customer Success team. With over 25 years of experience in Software Development, Operations, and Customer Experience roles, Sean brings a wealth of expertise to his position. He spearheads efforts to enhance customer satisfaction and oversees key functions, including Customer Success, Education, Professional Services, Support, and Technical Account Management. Sean’s prior engagements at NTT DATA and his background in Operations Excellence uniquely position him to drive transformative change within BeyondTrust.
Brett Theiss, appointed Chief Marketing Officer, leads BeyondTrust’s global marketing strategy, focusing on brand reputation and market leadership in the identity security landscape. With a rich background spanning over two decades in technology and SaaS marketing, Brett has a proven track record of driving revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives. His leadership roles at Anaplan, Xactly, and CA Technologies demonstrate his ability to build and lead high-performing marketing teams.
Michael Machado assumes the role of Chief Information Security Officer, where he is tasked with strategic planning and governance of BeyondTrust’s information security program. With over 20 years of experience in global companies, ranging from pre-IPO to Fortune 100, Mike brings a wealth of expertise in cybersecurity and data protection. His prior roles at Shippo and RingCentral, where he led cybersecurity and trust strategies, highlight his ability to navigate complex security landscapes.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sean, Brett, and Mike to the Executive Leadership Team,” said Janine Seebeck, CEO at BeyondTrust. “Their collective experience and expertise will be instrumental as we embark on our next phase of growth, and BeyondTrust is poised to continue delivering best-in-class identity security solutions to our valued customers worldwide.”
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