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Vectra AI Strengthens Leadership in APJ Region

Vectra AI, a leading cybersecurity AI company committed to protecting modern networks from sophisticated threats, has announced the appointment of Chua Hock Leng as Vice President and General Manager for the Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ) region. With a dedicated focus on enhancing customer relationships, expanding the partner ecosystem, and driving market growth, Hock Leng's role comes at a crucial time as the demand for advanced threat detection in hybrid and cloud environments continues to rise.

Hock Leng brings over 20 years of executive leadership experience in enterprise security, cloud infrastructure, and digital transformation. His proven track record in building high-performance teams and deep subject matter expertise in the APJ region uniquely position him to navigate the complexities of diverse markets. Drawing on his experience from EMC, RSA, and Pure Storage, he aims to deliver tangible value in heavily regulated industries despite the challenges posed by the evolving cybersecurity landscape.

"What attracted me to Vectra AI was the opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity in an era where traditional approaches are no longer sufficient," Hock Leng stated. As organizations in the APJ region progress with digital transformation, ensuring security against identity-based attacks and lateral movement attacks in complex environments is more critical than ever. Vectra AI's AI-driven platform is specifically designed to tackle these challenges, assisting security teams in accurately detecting and responding to real threats in real-time.

Hock Leng sees significant opportunities in key industries, including financial services, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and government, which face increasing cyber threats while adhering to regulatory requirements. He plans to concentrate on building and strengthening regional partnerships with hyperscalers and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to ensure customers can benefit from a cohesive ecosystem of security innovation and operational excellence.

As David Kluzak, Vectra AI’s Chief Commercial Officer, notes, "Hock Leng is a proven leader who understands the strategic needs of enterprise customers and the technical trends in cybersecurity. With his deep regional knowledge and commitment to customer success, he is ideally positioned to drive our next phase of growth in the APJ region."

Under Hock Leng's leadership, Vectra AI will showcase the latest innovations in generative AI designed to accelerate threat detection and eliminate unnecessary noise in operations through engagements with customers, partner support, and executive briefings across the region.

"As a team, we aim to be more than just a technology vendor. Our goal is to be a strategic partner that brings clarity, speed, and trust to help our customers tackle complex challenges," Hock Leng emphasized.

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About Vectra AI

Vectra AI, Inc. is a cybersecurity AI company dedicated to protecting modern networks from the latest attacks. The Vectra AI platform provides AI-driven network detection and response (NDR) that detects and inhibits threats across data centers, campuses, remote work, identities, clouds, and OT environments. In Gartner's NDR Magic Quadrant, Vectra AI is recognized as a leader, positioned at the forefront for both