Assaf Keren Appointed New CISO of Meta
Assaf Keren is taking over as Meta's CISO, replacing Guy Rosen after 13 years at the company. He brings a wealth of experience from PayPal and Qualtrics, focusing on building trust and security at scale for Meta’s massive user base. This transition highlights the increasing importance of cybersecurity leadership within large tech companies.
Assaf Keren has been appointed as Meta’s new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), succeeding Guy Rosen. Keren’s appointment marks a significant shift in Meta’s cybersecurity strategy, particularly as the company continues to develop and deploy AI technologies. He joins Meta after previously serving as SVP and CISO at Qualtrics, and prior to that, held various leadership roles at PayPal, including CISO. Keren’s background emphasizes a deep understanding of security challenges within large, complex organizations. Rosen, Meta’s first CISO since 2022, will be transitioning to an advisory role, offering guidance to other organizations. This move underscores the growing need for experienced cybersecurity leadership within the tech industry, especially as companies grapple with the complexities of AI and user trust.