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META NAMES NEW CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER

SECURITY DESK1 MIN READ
WED, JUL 22, 2026

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Meta has appointed Assaf Keren as its next chief information security officer, replacing Guy Rosen who announced his departure last month. Keren brings extensive cybersecurity experience from his previous roles at Qualtrics and PayPal.

Keren's appointment fills a critical leadership position within Meta's security organization. At Qualtrics, he served as chief security officer, while at PayPal he held the role of chief information security officer (CISO), giving him experience managing security operations at major financial and technology companies. Rosen, Meta's outgoing CISO, led the company's security efforts as the tech giant faced heightened scrutiny around data protection and privacy issues. His departure came amid broader shifts in Meta's leadership structure. The hiring reflects Meta's ongoing focus on fortifying its security posture amid rising cyber threats and regulatory demands. Keren's background in managing security across diverse organizational landscapes positions him to address the complex security challenges facing the social media and metaverse company. No official start date for Keren has been announced.

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