Tenable CEO Amit Yoran dies

Longtime entrepreneur and cybersecurity executive Amit Yoran He passed away on Friday after a battle with cancer.

Cybersecurity company Tenable, where Joran was CEO and chairman, announced his death press release. Before becoming CEO of Tenable in 2016, he held a number of roles including Chairman of RSA, Founding CEO of NetWitness, and CEO of In-Q-Tel.

In a statement, Art Coviello, Tenable’s lead independent director, called Yoran “an exceptional leader, colleague and friend.”

“His passion for cybersecurity, strategic vision, and ability to inspire those around him have shaped Tenable’s culture and mission,” Coviello said. “His legacy will continue to guide us as we move forward.”

Joran took a medical leave of absence effective Dec. 5, and Chief Financial Officer Steve Fentz and Chief Operating Officer Mark Thurmond were named co-CEOs in his place, Tenable said. They will continue in these roles while the company conducts a search for a permanent CEO.