SecurityBridge, a cybersecurity specialist for SAP environments, has appointed Jesper Zerlang as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. Zerlang transitions from his role as Chairman of the Board, a position he held for the past year, to lead the company's next phase of international growth backed by investor BU Bregal Unternehmerkapital. Founders Christoph Nagy and Ivan Mans will step back from daily operations but remain in strategic, customer-focused roles.
SecurityBridge appoints Jesper Zerlang as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Zerlang transitions from his role as Chairman of the Board, which he held for 12 months.
Founders Christoph Nagy (ex-CEO) and Ivan Mans (ex-CTO) move to strategic, product-focused roles.
The leadership change aims to accelerate global expansion with investor BU's backing.
SecurityBridge provides a cybersecurity platform specifically for SAP systems.
The company secures over 8,000 SAP systems globally for large enterprises.
This CEO transition is a calculated move to scale the company's international presence. Jesper Zerlang's shift from Chairman to CEO provides continuity and deep familiarity with the business, having overseen strategy for the past year. The founders, Christoph Nagy and Ivan Mans, will leverage their technical expertise and product vision in new capacities focused on evangelism and high-impact customer initiatives, allowing the new CEO to focus on operational scaling and market expansion.
Zerlang's statement underscores his commitment to the niche where SAP meets cybersecurity. “SecurityBridge is uniquely positioned at the intersection of cybersecurity and SAP – a domain I know deeply and care about profoundly,” he said. Having observed the company's strengths firsthand as Chairman, he expressed confidence in the team and technology. His mandate is to accelerate global impact while maintaining a high bar for customer trust and outcomes, supported by the investment from BU.
The transition marks an evolution for the founders. Christoph Nagy, the former CEO, emphasized that the change strengthens the company's ability to scale while allowing the founders to concentrate on areas of core value creation. “This transition strengthens the company’s ability to scale globally while allowing us to focus where we create the greatest value for customers: product leadership, innovation, and engagement with the SAP ecosystem,” said Nagy. Co-founder Ivan Mans echoed support for the move, noting it positions the company strongly for its next growth stage.
The appointment of Jesper Zerlang as CEO, supported by the ongoing strategic involvement of the founders, positions SecurityBridge for a new chapter of disciplined growth. With a leader experienced in guiding its strategy and a clear focus on international markets, the company aims to expand its reach as the dedicated cybersecurity partner for enterprises running mission-critical SAP landscapes worldwide.
About SecurityBridge (SB)
SecurityBridge is the leading provider of a comprehensive, SAP-native cybersecurity platform, trusted by organizations worldwide to safeguard their most critical business systems. Our platform seamlessly integrates real-time threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance capabilities directly into the SAP environment, empowering organizations to protect their data’s integrity, confidentiality, and availability with minimal manual effort. With a proven track record, including a stellar customer success rating and over 8,000 SAP systems secured globally, SecurityBridge stands out for its ability to accurately provide a 360° view of the SAP security posture, ease of use, rapid implementation, and transparent licensing. We are committed to innovation, transparency, and customer-centricity, ensuring businesses can confidently navigate the evolving landscape of SAP security threats.
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