Geoff Hancock Named Partner And Chief Executive Officer

“Geoff’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for PurpleSec as we continue our mission to democratize enterprise-grade cybersecurity for small and medium-sized businesses,” said Jason Firch, President and Founder of PurpleSec. 

“His proven track record of building and leading successful cybersecurity operations, combined with his deep understanding of both technical and business aspects of security, and his 10 years working in AI Automation makes him the ideal leader to take PurpleSec to the next level.”

Geoff joins PurpleSec with an impressive background that includes serving as CISO for multiple Fortune 50 companies and building 37 Security Operations Centers (SOCs) across government and commercial sectors. His expertise spans cyber operations, threat intelligence, and strategic risk management, with a particular focus on making advanced security solutions accessible and effective for organizations of all sizes. Additionally, he brings 10 years of AI Automation and engineering experience across public and private sectors.

“Small and medium-sized businesses face the same sophisticated cyber threats as large enterprises, but often lack access to enterprise-grade security solutions and expertise, and now with the proliferation of AI platforms and services our customers need the expertise more than ever” said Geoff. 

“PurpleSec’s mission to bridge this gap aligns perfectly with my vision for democratizing cybersecurity. I’m excited to lead the company in developing and delivering innovative security solutions that address the most critical challenges facing SMBs today.”

In his role as CEO, Hancock will oversee PurpleSec’s strategic expansion, focusing on:

• Streamlining operations to enhance service delivery.
• Expanding the company’s client base while maintaining superior service quality.
• Developing new solutions that address emerging cybersecurity and AI threats and opportunities.
• Building upon PurpleSec’s reputation for making enterprise-grade security accessible to SMBs.

Prior to joining PurpleSec, Geoff held executive positions at World Wide Technology, Microsoft, and Verizon, where he consistently demonstrated his ability to align cybersecurity initiatives with business objectives. He currently serves as a Senior Fellow at George Washington/Auburn Universities Center for Cyber and Homeland Security and advises multiple corporate boards on cybersecurity strategy.

Geoff’s appointment comes at a crucial time when businesses of all sizes face increasing cybersecurity challenges. His extensive experience in cyber operations, policy development, and threat hunting will be instrumental in helping PurpleSec develop solutions that protect small and medium-sized businesses against evolving cyber threats.