Gareth Russell Assumes Position of APAC CTO at Commvault
Commvault, a leading data management company, has appointed Gareth Russell as the Field Chief Technology Officer, Security for the Asia Pacific region. Russell, a seasoned cybersecurity veteran with extensive experience in the Asia-Pacific region, will bring his expertise to extend Commvault's data security and cyber resilience capabilities in the region.
With a proven track record in defining and managing cyber risk postures for organisations and governments, Russell is well-equipped to tackle the growing cyber threats in the region. He believes that in the current cyber landscape, it's not a matter of if but when organisations will face cyberattacks.
In his new role, Russell's key priority is to strengthen cyber resilience strategies for organisations. He aims to help them enhance their recovery capabilities and safeguard against the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats. Russell will also focus on embedding cybersecurity into organisational culture.
Russell's appointment reflects Commvault's commitment to offering more data security and cyber resilience solutions to its customers and partners in the Asia Pacific region. He looks forward to working with enterprises to advance their cyber readiness and preparedness.
Before joining Commvault, Russell began his career in Australia and has a proven history in implementing, transforming, and operating cybersecurity capabilities. His focus on enhancing cyber resilience strategies, including helping organisations strengthen their recovery capabilities, will undoubtedly contribute to a safer digital future for businesses in the Asia Pacific region.
