Australian Managed Security Service Provider, Enablis, has appointed Leonard Kleinman as its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), in a strategic strategic move to strengthen the company's managed security services and consultancy practice.

Kleinman joins the business on Monday 6 May, bringing with him more than 32 years of experience in security strategy, risk management, IT strategy, software development, and solution architecture. He previously held the position of Field Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Evangelist - Cortex (Asia Pacific & Japan) at Palo Alto Networks.

CEO of Enablis, Stuart Couchman, said: “As security remains a fundamental strategic focus, Enablis has made this appointment as we identified two crucial knowledge gaps in market. The first is the need for deep governance expertise to align a company's regulatory obligations (such as Essential 8, ISO27001, etc.) with the most current cybersecurity technologies, including an understanding of how solutions like SASE fulfill specific requirements of Essential 8 or ISO27001."

Couchman also pointed out the importance of effective communication of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance issues to board members. "In his new role as CISO Leonard will work closely with our customers in both of these areas to provide strategic guidance,” said Couchman.

Kleinman, who is also an Associate Adjunct Professor at Edith Cowan University and Advisory Board member OCSC, will focus on strengthening Enablis’ Managed Security services and consultancy practice. He will provide strategic advice and oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive security frameworks and strategies.

Kleinman said he was "thrilled" to join Enablis, particularly given the increased focus on security strategies across all businesses at present. "I look forward to working with the Enablis team, clients and prospects to further strengthen their cybersecurity posture, and implement fit for purpose security frameworks and technology solutions to protect digital assets, apps and all stakeholders,” he said.

Kleinman believes that organisations need help managing their security and risk, and that Enablis is well-positioned to provide this assistance. “Today most organisations need help and assistance managing their security and risk. Engaging with an organisation like Enablis who has specialised expertise in operational IT and cybersecurity is now vital. Enablis has the expertise to have discussions about having the right investments in the right areas and developing a plan that is reflective of the current operational environment."

Enablis, an accredited Palo Alto Networks, SASE, and Network specialist, has been working with Australian organisations to secure IT Networks since 2006.