Check Point, a leading provider of cloud-delivered cybersecurity solutions, has appointed Mark Weir as its new Regional Director for the UK & Ireland. With a distinguished career in cybersecurity leadership roles at Fortinet, Cisco, and Deloitte, Mark's arrival signifies a strategic move to bolster regional leadership and foster growth opportunities.
Mark's extensive experience in enterprise sales and channel collaboration, cultivated through his tenure at Computacenter, positions him well to navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. His vision for the industry's future aligns closely with Check Point's legacy of innovation spanning over three decades.
"Cybersecurity maturity is still in its infancy, yet Check Point has been a leader for over 30 years," Mark observes. "I am extremely excited to join the company that pioneered many of the advances our industry depends on today. It’s an honour to lead the UK&I team at such a pivotal time for the organisation."
With a focus on leveraging Check Point's Infinity Platform, Mark aims to solidify the company's role as the go-to cybersecurity advisor in the region. His commitment to fostering teamwork and customer intimacy underscores Check Point's dedication to addressing the complex security challenges of the digital era.
Mark expressed his enthusiasm for the journey ahead: "I am looking forward to meeting you all over the next coming days and weeks. Together as One Team, we can build a bright future, a growing business that is based on serving our customers well and creating real intimacy to mitigate the mountain of security issues they face in our ever-changing world."
Sherif Seddik, President of EMEA Sales at Check Point, highlighted the significance of Mark's appointment amid the evolving threat landscape: "Mark joins the company at a pivotal moment as the industry shifts in response to the changing threat landscape. Emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) are set to have a profound impact on the way that cybercriminals operate and how we defend against them."
Mark's strategic leadership and profound knowledge of enterprise sales are poised to drive Check Point Software Technologies forward in the UK and Ireland. His appointment signals a commitment to growth, innovation, and unparalleled customer service in the realm of cybersecurity.
"We have transformed our partner programme to address the needs of our customers and foster more meaningful relationships with our global ecosystem. Mark has exceptional leadership skills and a profound knowledge of enterprise sales, and he will be an invaluable asset to our business," Seddik concluded.
