CISO Global, Inc. is a cybersecurity, compliance, and software company that specializes in enhancing cybersecurity postures for organizations. The company provides a wide range of services, including compliance consulting, managed security services, and proprietary software solutions. CISO Global, Inc. sells cybersecurity services, compliance solutions, and software products designed to protect computer systems and networks from various threats.
- Security Managed Services - Offers compliance, security managed services, SOC managed services, and vCISO, recognized as a single performance obligation as services and materials are provided.
- Professional Services - Provides technical assessments, incident response and forensics, training, and other cybersecurity services, with revenue recognized upon satisfaction of performance obligations.
- Cybersecurity Software - Includes internally developed software products such as CHECKLIGHT Endpoint Security Monitoring, ARGO Security Management, and others, with revenue recognized over the service period.
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David G. Jemmett ExecutiveBoard | Chief Executive Officer | Forbes Technology Council | David G. Jemmett has served as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board at CISO Global, Inc. since March 2019. He has founded and led multiple companies in the cybersecurity and healthcare technology sectors, and currently sits on the Forbes Technology Council. | View Report → |
Debra L. Smith ExecutiveBoard | Chief Financial Officer | Debra L. Smith has been the Chief Financial Officer at CISO Global, Inc. since June 2021. She also serves as a Director on the board since May 2023. | ||
Kyle J. Young Executive | Interim Chief Operating Officer | Kyle J. Young has been the Interim Chief Operating Officer at CISO since March 2023. He previously served as Executive Vice President, Operations from January 2022 to March 2023 and as Vice President, Operations from February 2021 to January 2022. | ||
Andrew Hancox Board | director | Founder and Managing Member of Block 8 Ventures ; Co-founder and COO of Katapult (NASDAQ: KPLTW) ; Analyst at Permian Investment Partners ; Co-Founder and CEO of Anderson Audio Visual ; Lead Mentor at Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator ; Lead Mentor at Parallel 18 | Andrew Hancox is a seasoned operating executive and investor who serves as a director at CISO Global, Inc. since January 8, 2025. He has extensive experience founding and leading companies including Block 8 Ventures, Katapult (NASDAQ: KPLTW), Permian Investment Partners, and Anderson Audio Visual. | |
Andrew K. McCain Board | Director | President and Chief Executive Officer of Hensley Beverage Company | Andrew K. McCain has served as a director of CISO Global, Inc. since May 2019. He chairs the Audit Committee overseeing the company's accounting and financial reporting processes. He also serves externally as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hensley Beverage Company since January 2024. | |
Mohsen (Michael) Khorassani Board | Director | Founder and CEO of Orion 4 | Mohsen (Michael) Khorassani has served as a Director at CISO Global, Inc. since January 8, 2025. He is a member of the Compensation and Governance and Nominating Committees since 2025. | |
Phillip Balatsos Board | Director | Phillip Balatsos is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in FX sales and trading, serving as Director at CISO Global, Inc. since January 8, 2025. He has previously held roles as Vice President at XP Investments US LLC, Director at Barclays Capital, and Vice President at Credit Suisse. |
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Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.
| Company | Year | Details |
|---|---|---|
NLT Group | 2024 | Effective July 1, 2024, CISO Global sold 100% of the NLT Group—including its Chilean and U.S.-based entities—to Itada Equities in exchange for 172,075 shares of CISO common stock, with provisions transferring all associated loans and liabilities and a note that the purchase price may not reflect fair market value. |
CUATROi Group | 2024 | Effective July 1, 2024, CISO Global sold all issued equity of four formerly branded CUATROi entities to a buyer group in exchange for 135,795 shares of CISO common stock plus a nominal $5.00 cash consideration, while also receiving shares from a prior agreement. |
Ocean Point Equities, Inc. | 2024 | Effective July 1, 2024, CISO Global sold Ocean Point Equities, Inc.—a BVI-based entity—for 194,267 shares of common stock plus $1.00 nominal cash, as part of a strategic focus on its U.S. operations and cybersecurity software development, also resulting in a recorded loss on disposal. |
SB Cyber Technologies, LLC | 2023 | Announced on July 19, 2023, the acquisition made SB Cyber Technologies a wholly owned subsidiary of CISO Global with its proprietary CHECKLIGHT® EDR technology—accumulating over 3 million operational hours and reducing breach losses in pilot programs—with the deal involving 500,000 newly issued shares valued at $99,000. |
RAN Security | 2023 | Cerberus Sentinel signed a definitive agreement on January 10, 2023, to acquire RAN Security—a Buenos Aires–headquartered cybersecurity firm with operations in several Latin American countries—as a wholly owned subsidiary to expand its SOC/managed detection and response services, with the CEO remaining to manage local operations. |
True Digital | 2022 | Completed on January 19, 2022, Cerberus Cyber Sentinel acquired True Digital Security Inc. as a wholly owned subsidiary through a deal comprising $6,153,000 in cash plus 8,229,000 shares of common stock (with a 10% holdback), contingent upon a successful Nasdaq listing and a public offering at no less than $5.00 per share. |
Creatrix, Inc. | 2022 | Completed on June 1, 2022, Cerberus Cyber Sentinel acquired Creatrix, Inc., a woman-owned cybersecurity and IT company specializing in identity management and systems integration, for $3,630,000, with the deal resulting in the assumption of liabilities and recognition of goodwill to enhance its professional services capabilities. |
CyberViking | 2022 | Completed on July 1, 2022, Cerberus Cyber Sentinel acquired all outstanding units of CyberViking—specializing in application security, incident response, and threat hunting—through the issuance of 499,000 shares valued at $1,836,320, with the transaction recognized primarily as goodwill to expand its cybersecurity service offerings. |
NLT Secure | 2022 | Completed on September 1, 2022, Cerberus Cyber Sentinel acquired NLT Secure— a cybersecurity company servicing South America, headquartered in Providencia, Chile with U.S. operations in Tampa—aiming to bolster its professional services across Latin America, with the transaction involving a significant goodwill allocation subject to post-closing adjustments. |
Recent press releases and 8-K filings for CISO.
- RegScale was recognized as "Compliance Software Solution Provider of the Year" for the second consecutive year in the 2025 CyberSecurity Breakthrough Awards program.
- Its Continuous Controls Monitoring (CCM) platform leverages AI-powered automation and compliance as code to provide a continuous, real-time compliance process.
- The platform enables customers, including Fortune 500 enterprises and the federal government, to achieve up to 90% faster certifications and 60% less audit preparation.
- RegScale has achieved triple-digit ARR growth and secured oversubscribed Series B funding.
- CIS Secure has successfully achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 with a perfect score of 110 through a partnership with CyberSheath.
- CMMC Level 2 certification is mandatory for U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) contracts and demonstrates compliance with NIST 800-171 standards for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- This achievement positions CIS Secure to win future DOD awards and ensures its continued ability to serve customers and protect sensitive information.
- CISO Global has strengthened its balance sheet by eliminating more than $9 million in debt through an exchange of investor debt into Preferred A shares.
- The company secured a financing agreement with B. Riley for up to $15 million in potential growth capital through the sale of convertible Preferred B shares, with the company retaining discretion over issuance to minimize shareholder dilution.
- With a stronger balance sheet and access to flexible growth capital, CISO Global is well-positioned to accelerate sales growth and pursue strategic opportunities in its cybersecurity software and services portfolio.
- CISO Global, Inc. entered into a Preferred Equity Purchase Agreement with B. Riley Principal Capital I on September 24, 2025, for a convertible preferred equity facility of up to $15 million.
- The company has the right, but not the obligation, to sell up to $15 million of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock over an 18-month term.
- The proceeds from draws under the facility are planned to fund expansion initiatives, particularly scaling its cybersecurity software business in the insurance channel.
- The initial purchase will be for $2.3 million of Series B Preferred Stock, with subsequent weekly purchases up to $500,000.
- The preferred stock has a per share purchase price of $960, representing a 4% original issue discount from its stated value of $1,000 per share. Conversion into common stock is subject to a floor of $0.40 and a 19.99% blocker provision (Exchange Cap) to comply with NASDAQ Listing Rules until stockholder approval is obtained.
- CISO Global has entered into a private financing arrangement with B. Riley Securities Holdings, Inc. for up to $15 million through a newly created series of convertible preferred stock.
- The facility has an 18-month term, allowing CISO Global to draw funds at its discretion, starting with an initial $2.3 million and then up to $500,000 weekly, with no obligation to utilize the full amount.
- The company plans to use the proceeds to fund expansion initiatives, particularly scaling its cybersecurity software business in the insurance channel.
- This financing is expected to enhance CISO Global's balance sheet and provide additional liquidity for strategic growth opportunities.