Fortinet Appoints Joe Sarno as Executive Vice-President of International Sales

Fortinet, a leading cybersecurity company, has appointed Joe Sarno as the Executive Vice-President of International Sales. With nearly two decades at Fortinet and over 30 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role.

In his position, Joe will be responsible for overseeing Fortinet’s International Sales business and leading a team across the EMEA & APJ regions. His focus will be on driving Fortinet’s strategic enterprise pillars: Secure Networking, Unified SASE, and AI-driven Security Operations.

Fortinet’s recent announcement of its intention to acquire Lacework, a data-driven cloud security company, further emphasizes the company’s commitment to growth and innovation. By integrating Lacework’s AI-powered cloud security platform, Fortinet aims to enhance its Security Fabric platform and provide advanced security solutions to its customers.

Joe’s role will also involve spearheading the Go-To-Market strategy for Fortinet’s Operational Technology & Critical Infrastructure business, delivering cybersecurity solutions to critical infrastructures worldwide. With a focus on protecting human lives and key industries such as pharma, manufacturing, utilities, energy, and transportation, Fortinet is at the forefront of OT security investment.

Overall, Joe Sarno’s appointment as EVP of International Sales at Fortinet signals a strategic shift towards stronger cybersecurity measures and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions to customers worldwide. His leadership will play a crucial role in driving Fortinet’s growth and market penetration in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.