Mr. Curry is a prolific contributor to Forbes and holds over 30 active patents.
NORTH ANDOVER, MA, July 09, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sam Curry has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
With a career spanning three decades, Mr. Curry has made significant contributions to identity management and cybersecurity. Well-regarded for his expertise in these fields, he has distinguished himself as the global vice president and chief information security officer in residence at Zscaler, a cloud security firm. In this capacity, he liaises between the business and cybersecurity sectors, advises the customers on cyber and business risks, contributes to organic and inorganic innovation, and serves as the company's public face for industry thought leadership. His responsibilities also include leading a team of field executives and providing mentorship to various internal teams.
In addition to his position at Zscaler, Mr. Curry is a Fellow at the National Security Institute and sits on the boards of Rampart AI, Cybertrust Massachusetts, and the Cybersecurity Coalition, in addition to several influential roles as an advisor to companies like Nandi Security Inc. and ITsavvy, in addition to being a small business owner of Form Fitness LLC. Previously, he earned distinction as Cybereason Government Inc.'s president and Chief Product and Security Officer of Cybereason Inc.
Mr. Curry's earlier career includes roles as chief technology and security officer at Arbor Networks, senior vice president of engineering and chief information security officer at MicroStrategy, and various leadership positions at RSA, the security division of EMC, from 2007 to 2014. His journey in cybersecurity began in the 90s, and his startup was acquired by Network Associates' McAfee.com, where he served as the leader of product management and chief security architect from 1999 to 2002.
His initial aspiration to pursue biotechnology influenced Mr. Curry's professional journey. However, his career took a pivotal turn when he joined a pioneering cybersecurity company in 1996. Witnessing hackers targeting vulnerable individuals led him to develop products that resonated with affected families, solidifying his mission in cybersecurity.
Academically, Mr. Curry holds a diploma of collegial studies from John Abbott College in pure and applied sciences. He then studied physics, with a minor in linguistics, at Mount Allison University, where he received a Bachelor of Science. He subsequently studied English and philosophy at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, in 1996. Following this accomplishment, he received a Master of Science in counterterrorism, with honors, from Nichols College in 2021.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Curry is actively involved in various civic associations. He volunteered with Rotary International, donates to charities, and mentors upcoming students regularly through MassCyberCenter. His accolades include the Bison Leadership Award and Academic Excellence Award from Nichols College, a Visionary Award from SC Magazine, and recognition as a Hidden Champion by Cyberjutsu and a Pillar of CERIAS via Purdue.
Mr. Curry is a prolific contributor to Forbes and holds over 30 active patents. Highly acclaimed for his accomplishments, he was recognized as a fellow of the National Security Institute at the Antonin Scalia Law School of George Mason University in 2019.
Mr. Curry attributes his success to a combination of technological proficiency and emotional intelligence. He has adept interpersonal skills, proficiency in writing and oration, attentive listening, and widely recognized empathy. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending time with his two children, socializing with friends, and reading. Looking ahead, he aspires to engage in public service while continuing his commitment to combating malefactors in the cybersecurity realm. With a career spanning three decades, Mr. Curry has made significant contributions to identity management and cybersecurity. Well-regarded for his expertise in these fields, he has distinguished himself as the global vice president and chief information security officer in residence at Zscaler, a cloud security firm. In this capacity, he liaises between the business and cybersecurity sectors, advises the customers on cyber and business risks, contributes to organic and inorganic innovation, and serves as the company's public face for industry thought leadership. His responsibilities also include leading a team of field executives and providing mentorship to various internal teams.
In addition to his position at Zscaler, Mr. Curry is a Fellow at the National Security Institute and sits on the boards of Rampart AI, Cybertrust Massachusetts, and the Cybersecurity Coalition, in addition to several influential roles as an advisor to companies like Nandi Security Inc. and ITsavvy, in addition to being a small business owner with his of a Form Fitness LLC. Previously, he earned distinction as Cybereason Government Inc.'s president and Chief Product and Security Officer of Cybereason Inc.
Mr. Curry's earlier career includes roles as chief technology and security officer at Arbor Networks, senior vice president of engineering and chief information security officer at MicroStrategy, and various leadership positions at RSA, the security division of EMC, from 2007 to 2014. His journey in cybersecurity began in the 90s, and his startup was acquired by Network Associates' McAfee.com, where he served as the leader of product management and chief security architect from 1999 to 2002.
His initial aspiration to pursue biotechnology influenced Mr. Curry's professional journey. However, his career took a pivotal turn when he joined a pioneering cybersecurity company in 1996. Witnessing hackers targeting vulnerable individuals led him to develop products that resonated with affected families, solidifying his mission in cybersecurity.
Academically, Mr. Curry holds a diploma of collegial studies from John Abbott College in pure and applied sciences. He then studied physics, with a minor in linguistics, at Mount Allison University, where he received a Bachelor of Science. He subsequently studied English and philosophy at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, in 1996. Following this accomplishment, he received a Master of Science in counterterrorism, with honors, from Nichols College in 2021.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Curry is actively involved in various civic associations. He volunteered with Rotary International, donates to charities, and mentors upcoming students regularly through MassCyberCenter. His accolades include the Bison Leadership Award and Academic Excellence Award from Nichols College, a Visionary Award from SC Magazine, and recognition as a Hidden Champion by Cyberjutsu and a Pillar of CERIAS via Purdue.
Mr. Curry is a prolific contributor to Forbes and holds over 30 active patents. Highly acclaimed for his accomplishments, he was recognized as a fellow of the National Security Institute at the Antonin Scalia Law School of George Mason University in 2019.
Mr. Curry attributes his success to a combination of technological proficiency and emotional intelligence. He has adept interpersonal skills, proficiency in writing and oration, attentive listening, and widely recognized empathy. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending time with his two children, socializing with friends, and reading. Looking ahead, he aspires to engage in public service while continuing his commitment to combating malefactors in the cybersecurity realm.
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