--- title: Acronis names Gerald Beuchelt as Chief Information Security Officer description: Acronis has named Gerald Beuchelt as its new CISO. He will play a pivotal role in expanding Acronis' influence in the cybersecurity community. Beuchelt will lead new research, reports and threat intelligence initiatives from the Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU). canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-names-gerald-beuchelt-as-chief-information-security-officer/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) # Acronis names Gerald Beuchelt as Chief Information Security Officer Acronis has named Gerald Beuchelt as its new CISO. He will play a pivotal role in expanding Acronis' influence in the cybersecurity community. [Learn more](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/cloud/cyber-protect/extended-detection-and-response/) [![Image 2: Lee Pender](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/96b4b6d9ceee3c624b79f42543d1d633.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/ "Lee Pender") [Lee Pender,](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/lee-pender/)Senior Content Marketing Manager 2 min read Last updated 08 January 2025 Other languages available:[日本語](https://www.acronis.com/ja/blog/posts/acronis-names-gerald-beuchelt-as-chief-information-security-officer/) Acronis welcomes [Gerald Beuchelt](https://www.linkedin.com/in/beuchelt/) as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Beuchelt is a seasoned security executive with a proven track record in building and operating comprehensive security programs for high-growth enterprises. ## Scaling in security Beuchelt’s focus on scalable technology, proactive process management and people-centric security frameworks aligns with Acronis’ commitment to providing accessible and advanced cyber protection for organizations and managed service providers (MSPs) of all sizes. His expertise will be crucial in leading security practices that meet the threat landscape of today and in the future. As CISO, Beuchelt will lead a global team of IT, security and compliance professionals, overseeing practices and processes to help Acronis mitigate risks across the company’s global enterprise. And as a key member of executive leadership, he will collaborate closely with the Acronis team to strengthen the company’s security posture by advancing its cybersecurity strategy. ## Extensive cybersecurity experience Beuchelt’s extensive experience spans multiple high-profile roles, where he has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead security and compliance initiatives. His background most recently includes a position as CISO and Senior Vice President of Information Security at Sprinklr, where he provided risk assessment and security implementation oversight for the company's $4 billion IPO. Under Beuchelt’s leadership, Sprinklr achieved a smooth transition of technology and upheld the highest security standards during the IPO period. At LogMeIn,Beuchelt merged and expanded the security teams during a $5 billion merger with GetGo. The result was a consolidated team with expanded 24/7 services for critical functions. He also implemented GDPR privacy controls, enabling significant EU sales growth. Previously,at Demandware, Beuchelt managed all security and compliance, as well as privacy due diligence and integration requirements, for three successful corporate acquisitions totaling $70 million. He also ensured the security evaluation of Demandware by Salesforce, leading to Salesforce’s $3 billion acquisition of Demandware. ## A leader in the cybersecurity field Beuchelt is not only a leader within the corporate world, but also an active participant in the broader cybersecurity community. He served on various boards and committees and contributes to publications and standards in the field. His insights and leadership will help shape the future of cybersecurity, benefiting not only Acronis, but the entire industry. Beuchelt has earned numerous prestigious awards, including CISO of the Year from the HMG Global Leadership Institute, highlighting his exceptional leadership and contributions to the cybersecurity field. Beuchelt’s extensive experience, leadership and commitment to innovation will be instrumental in enhancing the company’s global information security strategy. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to change, Beuchelt's expertise will ensure that Acronis remains a trusted and reliable cybersecurity provider for organizations worldwide. [Cybersecurity](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/cybersecurity/) [Corporate](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/corporate/) ## Written by ![Image 3: Lee Pender](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/96b4b6d9ceee3c624b79f42543d1d633.png) Lee Pender Senior Content Marketing Manager Lee was a journalist in the technology industry for 15 years, writing for and managing publications that served both IT and partner audiences. 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