Trustwave Welcomes Keith Ibarguen as Senior Vice President of Engineering

May 2, 2024 – Trustwave, a leading cybersecurity and managed security services provider, today announced the appointment of Keith Ibarguen as Senior Vice President of Engineering. In this role, Ibarguen will lead Trustwave’s engineering product development and SpiderLabs security research, leveraging his extensive experience in software, cybersecurity, and leadership to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions for Trustwave’s global clients. 

“I’m excited to join a team that’s shaping the future of cybersecurity and protecting organisations on a massive scale,” said Ibarguen.  

“Trustwave’s reputation for securing companies with critical missions and keeping them safe from cyber threats is what drew me in. Its cutting-edge solutions and services empower clients to navigate today’s complex digital landscape. By collaborating with Trustwave’s talented team, I aim to drive innovation, enhance product development, and ultimately, equip organisations to defend against evolving cyber threats.” 

With over 25 years of experience, Ibarguen brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Trustwave. Prior to joining the company, he served as Chief Product Officer at Cofense, where he played a pivotal role in spearheading strategic planning, architecture, development, deployment, and security of the product suite. His tenure at Cofense further solidified his reputation as a visionary leader capable of navigating complex cybersecurity landscapes. 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Keith as our new Senior Vice President of Engineering,” said Trustwave CEO Eric Harmon.  

“Keith’s proven track record in leading innovative cybersecurity solutions and his deep understanding of evolving threats perfectly aligns with Trustwave’s unwavering commitment to providing best-in-class offerings. We’re confident that Keith’s expertise will be instrumental in propelling Trustwave’s product development and further solidifying our position as a leader in the cybersecurity industry.”   

Before his time at Cofense, Ibarguen held the position of Chief Engineer at MITRE Corporation for over two decades. During his tenure, he led technical cybersecurity initiatives for various government agencies, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field of cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructures. 

In addition to his professional endeavors, Ibarguen is actively engaged in industry and academic communities. He has served as a board member for the Association for Corporate Growth and chaired the Washington Technology Showcase committee, facilitating world-class technology and investment events on cybersecurity, healthcare, biomedical systems, and space. Ibarguen also sits on the Board of Advisors for academic programming at Tulane University’s Information Technology Program and is an active member of Okeanos, a venture capital investment firm involved in early-stage growth companies across multiple verticals. Furthermore, he serves as a delegate to The World Innovation Network, contributing his insights to global innovation efforts. 

About Trustwave 

Trustwave is a globally recognised cybersecurity leader that reduces cyber risk and fortifies organisations against disruptive and damaging cyber threats. 

Trustwave’s comprehensive offensive and defensive cybersecurity portfolio detects what others cannot, responds with greater speed and effectiveness, optimises clients’ cyber investments, and improves security resilience. Trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide, Trustwave leverages its world-class team of security consultants, threat hunters, researchers, and market-leading security operations platform to decrease the likelihood of attacks and minimise potential impact. 

Trustwave is an analyst-recognised leader in managed detection and response (MDR), managed security services (MSS), cyber advisory, penetration testing, database security, and email security. The elite Trustwave SpiderLabs team provides industry-defining threat research, intelligence, and threat hunting, all of which are infused into Trustwave services and products to fortify cyber resilience in the age of inevitable cyber-attacks. 

For more information about Trustwave, please visit: https://www.trustwave.com/en-us/.