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Hack The Box (HTB), a global leader in gamified cybersecurity readiness and upskilling, has named Gibb Witham as President and Chief Financial Officer, bringing his 20 years of finance, strategy, and cybersecurity expertise from Paladin Capital Group to lead global operations and growth, following the platform's $66M+ funding and acquisitions like LetsDefend and Threat Range.
Witham's appointment arrives as HTB scales amid surging demand for AI-augmented cybersecurity training, with its platform blending gamified labs, role-based academies, and live-fire simulations to equip users against evolving threats. From Paladin, where he collaborated on HTB's board, Witham brings insights into high-growth investments, positioning him to drive financial strategy and global reach. “Gibb brings the rare combination of financial acumen, strategic insight and a deep technical understanding of the cybersecurity landscape,” said Haris Pylarinos, Founder and CEO at Hack The Box. “His leadership will be pivotal as we expand globally and accelerate our mission to build and empower the world’s cybersecurity workforce.”
The move bolsters HTB's executive team, following Maroulis' AI focus, Bartlett's marketing leadership, and Marketos' product oversight, amid acquisitions enhancing emulation and defense capabilities.
“Hack The Box has redefined how cybersecurity readiness is developed, validated and scaled across the world,” said Witham. “I’ve seen firsthand the power of this platform, and I’m excited to join Haris and the team at such an important moment and accelerate the next chapter of growth, particularly as AI radically changes both the threat landscape and how security professionals are upskilled, enabling organizations to get ahead of threats instead of constantly chasing them.”
Serving 4M+ members and 1,500+ enterprises, HTB's community-driven approach prepares users for AI-era challenges through real-world scenarios and certifications.
Hack The Box is the leading cybersecurity readiness and upskilling platform, trusted by Fortune 500 enterprises, government organizations, and MSSPs to build cyber resilience at scale. Through AI-enhanced intelligence, gamified labs, live-fire simulations, and the power of one of the world’s largest cybersecurity communities, Hack The Box helps teams master offensive and defensive skills in the age of AI through real-world scenarios. Founded in 2017, Hack The Box has grown its global community of over 4 million members and 1,500 enterprises, helping organizations validate resilience, mitigate breach risk, and develop cyber talent. For more information, visit hackthebox.com.
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