Episode 84 - Amir Khayat - CEO & Co-Founder of Vorlon

03/06/25 • 18 min

Join Evgeniy Kharam on the Cyber Inspiration Podcast as he talks with Amir Khayat, the CEO and Co-Founder of Vorlon, a revolutionary cybersecurity company tackling third-party app breaches.

In this episode, Amir shares his expertise in the cybersecurity space and discusses how Vorlon's proactive approach is changing the way companies address the growing risks of third-party vulnerabilities. The conversation dives into Amir’s entrepreneurial journey, including:

The importance of building a diverse and skilled team.
Tips for securing funding and scaling a startup.
How to validate ideas early to gain traction.
Lessons on leadership, managing work-life balance, and staying motivated during challenging times.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the cybersecurity field, as well as startup founders and business leaders looking for advice on navigating early-stage challenges and growing a successful business.

About Vorlon

Vorlon is the first easy way to secure complex SaaS ecosystems. With Vorlon, your SaaS ecosystem finally gets proactive security coverage like you have for your endpoints and cloud. After an agentless, proxy-free setup, security teams can monitor sensitive data flows, manage secrets, detect anomalies, and revoke access. Powered by patent-pending DataMatrix® technology, Vorlon creates an algorithmic model of applications and connected services for faster, AI-driven remediation. Backed by Accel and SOC 2 Type 2 Certified, Vorlon is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and startups. Learn more at vorlonsecurity.com.

Join Evgeniy Kharam on the Cyber Inspiration Podcast as he talks with Amir Khayat, the CEO and Co-Founder of Vorlon, a revolutionary cybersecurity company tackling third-party app breaches.

The importance of building a diverse and skilled team.
Tips for securing funding and scaling a startup.
How to validate ideas early to gain traction.
Lessons on leadership, managing work-life balance, and staying motivated during challenging times.

About Vorlon

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Episode 83 - Ravid Circus - Co-Founder & CPO of Seemplicity

In this episode of Cyber Inspiration, host Evgeniy Kharam sits down with Ravid Circus, Co-Founder and CPO of Seemplicity, to discuss the journey of building a cybersecurity solution from the ground up. Seemplicity is transforming Remediation Operations (RemOps) by streamlining and automating vulnerability and exposure management, helping security, IT, and DevOps teams reduce risk more effectively.

Ravid shares insights on how he and his team identified a gap in the market, turned an idea into a full-scale cybersecurity platform, and navigated the challenges of product development, hiring, and scaling. Throughout the conversation, he provides a behind-the-scenes look at the foundational decisions, lessons learned, and the role of AI in automating security operations.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for cybersecurity professionals, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders looking to understand how customer-driven innovation, adaptability, and the right technology can help scale a security business.

Key Takeaways:

How Seemplicity identified a critical need in the cybersecurity industry and developed a solution
The biggest challenges in launching and scaling a cybersecurity startup
The role of AI and automation in optimizing remediation workflows
Lessons on building a strong security culture and team
The importance of customer feedback in product development
Reflections on work-life balance and leadership in a fast-growing company

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Seemplicity
00:43 – Understanding Seemplicity’s Mission
02:02 – The Origin Story: From Idea to Execution
04:34 – Early Challenges & Building the Right Team
06:24 – Product Development & Customer-Driven Innovation
09:26 – Scaling a Cybersecurity Startup: Growth, Decisions & Industry Impact
22:39 – Work-Life Balance & Personal Reflections
26:35 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next

About Seemplicity:

Seemplicity is an AI-powered Remediation Operations (RemOps) platform that helps organizations automate and consolidate remediation workflows, accelerating risk reduction while improving operational efficiency. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies, Seemplicity empowers security teams to work smarter and scale their cybersecurity programs effectively.

Learn more about Seemplicity

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Episode 85 - Eric Mishayev - Co-Founder & CEO of Albarius

In this episode of Cyber Inspiration, Evgeniy Kharam speaks with Eric Mishayev, the founder of Albarius, a cutting-edge cybersecurity company focused on network security management. With nearly 20 years of experience in the cybersecurity field, including his time in Unit 8200 of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Eric shares how his journey led him to establish Albarius.

Eric delves into the early days of Albarius, explaining how he identified a recurring problem in network security policy management. This insight drove him to create a solution that leverages AI to address the unique needs of each organization, particularly in managing dynamic objects, micro-segmentation, and supporting hybrid environments. Albarius’s innovative approach has already disrupted the legacy cybersecurity market and caught the attention of customers willing to pay for a solution that automates previously manual processes.

Eric also shares his experience bootstrapping Albarius, carefully managing the company’s growth and waiting for the right moment to seek external funding. He emphasizes the importance of early hiring decisions, building a strong company culture, and ensuring effective communication, especially in remote work settings. Eric also reflects on how customer feedback has shaped the evolution of Albarius’s product, and how his team’s commitment to meeting customer needs has helped drive the company forward.

Throughout the conversation, Eric touches on the importance of creativity, continuous learning, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance as a founder. He shares how he recharges after tough days and the value he places on fostering a positive culture for his employees.

This episode offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, cybersecurity professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of AI, innovation, and building a successful business.

Key Takeaways:

Eric’s background in Unit 8200 and its impact on his cybersecurity journey.
How Albarius is transforming network security management with AI.
The significance of customer feedback in shaping Albarius's product.
Insights on hiring, company culture, and work-life balance from a founder’s perspective.

Listen to the full episode for more insights on building a cybersecurity company and maintaining a strong team culture.