Gigamon, a leader in deep observability, announced key executive leadership changes to accelerate its AI-powered deep observability vision and hybrid cloud security solutions. Gareth Maclachlan joins as Chief Operating Officer, Ram Bhide is promoted to Chief Development Officer, and Chaim Mazal expands his role as Chief AI and Security Officer. These appointments strengthen Gigamon’s ability to help customers eliminate blind spots, optimize network traffic, and secure hybrid cloud infrastructure.
Gareth Maclachlan appointed COO, bringing 25+ years in cybersecurity leadership
Ram Bhide elevated to Chief Development Officer, continuing to lead global engineering
Chaim Mazal expands role to Chief AI and Security Officer, unifying AI and security strategies
Leadership team focuses on scaling AI-powered Deep Observability Pipeline and hybrid cloud solutions
Recent innovations include AI Traffic Intelligence, GigaVUE-FM Copilot, and Gigamon Insights
Gigamon serves 4,000+ customers including 80% of Fortune 100 and major governments
Gareth Maclachlan reports to President and CEO Shane Buckley and leads cross-functional efforts to boost customer adoption of AI-powered observability and security. Formerly Chief Product and Technology Officer at Trellix, Maclachlan brings a proven track record in operational excellence and product innovation.
Ram Bhide, a patent-holding technology leader, ensures execution of Gigamon’s engineering roadmap with quality and velocity, introducing new AI-driven innovations to meet hybrid cloud challenges.
Chaim Mazal, recognized as one of Security Magazine’s Most Influential People in Security 2025, integrates the company’s AI and security agendas, overseeing governance, risk, compliance, and strategic AI programs to promote responsible use and adoption.
Gigamon’s Deep Observability Pipeline combines network telemetry with metrics, events, logs, and traces (MELT) to uncover hidden threats, optimize traffic, and reduce security complexity. Its AI-powered solutions enable customers to detect threats earlier, resolve issues faster, and improve hybrid cloud management efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
CEO Shane Buckley affirmed,
"Today’s leadership changes position Gigamon to execute faster and scale the impact of our AI-powered deep observability vision."
Gareth Maclachlan added,
"I’m honored to join Gigamon at a time when the company is leading the way in deep observability and AI innovation."
Gigamon delivers a deep observability pipeline providing network-derived telemetry to cloud, security, and observability tools. Serving over 4,000 customers worldwide, including more than 80% of Fortune 100 enterprises, Gigamon reduces security blind spots and tool costs, helping organizations secure and manage hybrid cloud infrastructures effectively.
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