As AI-powered cyber threats continue to reshape the security landscape, organizations are investing in leadership that can accelerate innovation and strengthen cyber resilience. PartnerOne has appointed cybersecurity veteran John Pirc (JP) as Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) for its cybersecurity portfolio. In his new role, Pirc will lead product strategy, technology innovation, and AI initiatives across PartnerOne's cybersecurity companies to drive collaboration and advance AI-powered security solutions.
PartnerOne has expanded its executive leadership team with the appointment of John Pirc (JP) as Chief Product & Technology Officer for its cybersecurity portfolio. The newly created role is focused on unifying product strategy, advancing technology innovation, and accelerating AI adoption across the company's cybersecurity businesses. Pirc will work closely with leadership teams to strengthen platform capabilities while maintaining each company's individual market focus.
As CPTO, Pirc will oversee AI initiatives designed to enhance cybersecurity products through intelligent automation, advanced threat intelligence, and improved detection capabilities. PartnerOne expects the role to foster greater collaboration among its cybersecurity companies by leveraging shared engineering expertise, AI technologies, and best practices to deliver stronger security solutions for customers.
Pirc brings decades of experience leading enterprise security platform development, global engineering organizations, and cybersecurity innovation. His background includes helping organizations defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats while building scalable security technologies that address evolving enterprise requirements. His appointment reinforces PartnerOne's long-term investment in technical leadership as AI continues to transform cyber defense.
"Artificial intelligence is transforming both the threat landscape and the way organizations defend themselves," said John Pirc (JP), Chief Product & Technology Officer, PartnerOne Cybersecurity.
"Our opportunity is to combine world-class products with intelligent automation and AI-driven insights to help customers detect threats sooner, respond faster, and build greater cyber resilience. I'm excited to work alongside our exceptional teams to accelerate innovation across the PartnerOne cybersecurity portfolio."
"The cybersecurity industry is entering a new era where AI is changing every aspect of cyber defense," said Steve Tcherchian, CEO of NetWitness.
"JP brings the rare combination of deep technical expertise, product leadership, and strategic vision needed to help shape what's next. Together, we'll accelerate AI-driven detection, intelligent automation, and advanced threat intelligence that enable security teams to respond faster and with greater confidence."
"Cybersecurity has become one of PartnerOne's fastest-growing strategic investments," said Suzanne Fortman, PartnerOne Vice President.
"As AI transforms both how attacks are executed and how organizations defend themselves, we're investing in leadership that can unify product strategy, accelerate innovation, and create greater value across our cybersecurity portfolio. Pirc's appointment reflects our long-term commitment to building an AI-powered cybersecurity platform that helps customers stay ahead of an increasingly complex threat landscape."
PartnerOne's latest leadership appointment aligns with its broader strategy of investing in AI innovation and enterprise cybersecurity. By strengthening collaboration across its cybersecurity companies and advancing AI-powered product development, the company aims to help organizations better anticipate, detect, respond to, and recover from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. As AI continues to influence both attackers and defenders, strategic leadership will remain a key differentiator in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
PartnerOne is one of the fastest growing enterprise software groups in the world, with a proven track record of acquiring and growing enterprise software companies. Over 2000 enterprises and government organizations rely on PartnerOne software, including 80% of the largest companies in the world. With an "Acquire. Invest. Grow." philosophy, PartnerOne provides a "forever-home" for acquired businesses and helps them thrive with shared resources and sustained investment. For more information, visit www.partnerone.com.
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