Managed detection and response provider taps security incident response expert to support global expansion initiatives
CARLSBAD, Calif. – January 24, 2017 – Proficio, one of the fastest growing managed security service providers (MSSP) delivering managed detection and response (MDR), has appointed Dustin Ritter as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
Ritter comes to Proficio from Resolve Systems, a security incident resolution and automation software provider based in Irvine, Calif., where he served as CMO. At Proficio, Ritter will be responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and execution of Proficio’s communications, marketing, and advertising strategies. His primary responsibility will be to generate revenue by increasing sales through marketing for the entire organization, using market research, product marketing, marketing communications, advertising, and public relations.
“Dustin is known for employing best-in-class marketing processes, software, and engagement techniques that have accelerated growth and built strong market positions for a number of successful technology companies,” said President and Board Chairman, Tim McElwee. “His marketing expertise and industry knowledge will help us build Proficio’s global brand, accelerate demand for our products and solutions across all channels, and drive our rapid revenue growth.”
Ritter brings over 15 years of marketing experience in the software and security industry to his new role at Proficio. Prior to his time at Resolve, Ritter served as CMO at Trackforce, a security management application provider, and Vice President of Marketing at MarcomCentral, an enterprise marketing asset management firm.
The hiring of Ritter is the next phase in Proficio’s growth strategy, after receiving $12 million in funding last year led by Kayne Capital, a leading alternative investment management firm focused primarily on the middle market in North America. The company is using the investment to expand its global geographical presence in the Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe, and introduce new cybersecurity platforms and services.
“Proficio has built world-class security operations centers and services, and is in a great position to rapidly expand in existing and new markets,” said Ritter. “A solid foundation has been set by a talented team and we plan to build on that work to introduce new services and platforms leveraging advanced analytics, threat intelligence, and orchestrated incident response.”
About Proficio
Founded in 2010, Proficio is an award-winning provider of managed detection and response services. Its innovative approach to managed security service delivery is changing the way organizations defend against advanced threats, achieve regulatory compliance, and prevent security breaches. Proficio’s ProSOC service provides highly accurate, 24×7 security monitoring and alerting, advanced threat detection, and automated response services. Proficio is the trusted managed security service provider for some of the world’s leading utility, healthcare, industrial, and consumer-focused organizations. To take your security to the next-generation, visit proficio.com. Join the conversation with Proficio’s security leaders at Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
