About Secude
Secude, a trusted Microsoft and Siemens Digital Industries Software partner, is a global leader in
Zero Trust data protection and data governance.
Secude, a trusted Microsoft and Siemens Digital Industries Software partner, is a global leader in
Zero Trust data protection and data governance.
Our solutions extend Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) to secure sensitive files—including CAD and PLM assets—from the moment of creation. By embedding persistent protection and access controls directly into design and engineering data, we help enterprises prevent Intellectual Property (IP) theft, data leakage, reputational damage, and compliance risks. With operations in Europe, North America, and Asia, Secude supports global manufacturers, defense contractors, and AEC firms in implementing robust IT security strategies across the product lifecycle and digital supply chain.
Mario joined Secude in July 2023, bringing almost two decades of cybersecurity expertise to the organization. He leads Secude’s global strategy and ensures Secude’s data-centric solutions meet the needs of the market. Mario holds an IT diploma from the University of Applied Sciences in Offenburg and a degree from the MIT Sloan School of Management. Prior to joining Secude, Mario worked as the Vice-President of Products and Alliances at Utimaco and gathered experience with payment systems, smartcards, and authentication systems at Gemalto and Thales.
Blake has more than 25 years’ experience as a data and Cloud security specialist across multiple disciplines and vertical industries. Mr. Wood has served on the management teams of two cybersecurity startup ventures and as a senior executive overseeing data security product and service offerings for Verifone, HPE, Thales and Bluefin Payment Systems. Blake has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Cal State Long Beach, holds CISSP and CCSP professional certifications from ISC2, and is a patent author for a data tokenization method.
Marc has over 25 years experience working with multinational organizations and advising enterprise businesses. A renowned cybersecurity thought leader, Marc’s profound knowledge and proven leadership skills supports Secude’s ambitious growth strategy and expansion. Marc holds a Master’s degree from Philipps University in Marburg, Germany, and NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina.
With a decade of experience spanning multiple industries, Hunter has developed a deep understanding of diverse market dynamics and technology solutions. Hunter discovered a strong passion for technology and cybersecurity, which led to a focused career in this area. Serving as a Solutions Engineer at Secude, Hunter applies his extensive IT background and problem-solving skills to help organizations protect their most valuable assets. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, Hunter strives to make a meaningful impact in advancing cybersecurity solutions.
Lahn Bain is an accomplished marketing professional with over two decades of experience, specializing in cybersecurity marketing for the past nine years. Currently serving as the Partner Marketing Manager at Secude. Prior to this role, Lahn held positions such as Account Manager and Digital Marketing Programs Lead, developing and managing marketing programs focusing on lead generation and content strategy. In her previous role as Marketing Program Manager, she was responsible for driving promotional campaigns, webinars, and events to support sales growth and product awareness.
SV has led Secude’s day-to-day operating activities for over 17 years. He brings a wealth of IT experience from a 30+ year career specializing in software engineering, start-up strategy, product development and managing large teams. He holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Madras.
Rajagopalan has over 20 years of experience in product development. Raja joined Secude in 2012 as a Senior Software Engineer and now leads Secude’s R&D efforts to help customers secure their critical data. For more than a decade, he has been part of Secude’s data security journey with Microsoft Information Protection SDK and held different roles in building Secude’s flagship products (HaloCORE and HaloCAD). Raja holds a master’s degree in applied mathematics from Andhra University. Before joining Secude, Raja worked at L&T Infotech, Park Controls, and Communications Ltd., wherein he developed kernel and user mode device drivers, along with application development.
An international Senior Finance Professional with 18 years of experience, primarily within the technology sector. Exceptional analytical skills with a track record of proactively supporting organisations in the financial and commercial evaluation of opportunities to improve business performance and optimise costs/resource allocation through effective business partnering. Broad understanding of needs at all levels and the ability to analyse/review financial information to enable organisations to meet challenging budget demands.