Computer Associates has announced that Simon Perry is to take up the role of vice-president, security strategy for CA`s eTrust brand in EMEA, reporting to Russ Artzt, executive vice-president, eTrust brand.
Based in the UK, Perry`s mission will be to extend CA`s global leadership in the e-business security space. He will have a specific focus on the requirements of the European security market, and draw on his extensive international experience to help CA`s clients develop appropriate strategies.
Perry has worked in the security industry for a total of 17 years. During his seven years at CA, he has worked to support business growth initially in Australia, and most recently at the CA headquarters in Islandia, New York. He will now move to CA`s European Headquarters in Ditton Park.
"Enterprise customers depend on our eTrust solutions to effectively confront the increasingly complex security threats that they face on a daily basis," said Artzt. "Simon`s combination of technical expertise and industry experience will ensure that we are providing the best support to our customers as he ensures our continued growth in the security area, across EMEA."
"Throughout my time with CA, I`ve seen firsthand the business benefits that customers have achieved from deploying CA`s advanced security solutions," said Perry. "The European, Middle Eastern and African markets have unique technology and business requirements in the area of security, and we are poised to continue our strong growth in these areas."
With more than 17 years in the software industry, Perry is an internationally recognised authority and speaker on corporate and personal electronic asset protection. Perry has also addressed the FBI, and its international counterparts, and the US and European defence forces on security trends and electronic crime prevention. He regularly provides market watchers and customers alike with analysis on security trends and incidents, and their impact on businesses and the public.
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