MSSP Performanta names ex-NTT Security exec as new COO

Quentene Finnigan will ‘pioneer managed cyber safety as a market category’, Performanta says

Private equity-backed MSSP Performanta has appointed former NTT Security boss Quentene Finnegan as its new COO.

The former COO of NTT Security will "pioneer managed cyber safety as a market category", Performanta said, while supporting the company's growth aspirations.

"We are thrilled to welcome Quentene at a critical and exciting point in our business evolution as we step ever closer to establishing cyber safety as a recognised market category," said Guy Golan, CEO of Performanta.

"Quentene's wealth of experience and a proven-track record will enable him to play a leading role in our future growth and development as a business.

"His passion and commitment will bring fresh energy and insight into our organisation and enable us to reach the next stage in our journey."

Performanta, which is backed by Beech Tree Private Equity, said its revenues surged 46 per cent year-on-year in its results released in December 2021, while its headcount increased by more than 60 per cent.

Finnegan brings more than 20 years of professional experience with him to the Maidenhead-based MSSP and has also served as senior vice-president and global head of consulting at Dimension Data, and vice-president of professional services EMEA & APAC at SAS.

"I'm proud and excited to be joining the Performanta leadership team at a time of growth, where there is clear opportunity to scale the business," Finnegan said.

"In my role, I will enable the vision of Performanta to become a reality for our customers, helping businesses reduce the risk they face from cyber-attacks and lower the impact of a potential breach."