Proven technology executive to lead global revenue organization as Optiv advances its category-defining approach to cybersecurity

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Optiv, the world’s largest pure-play cybersecurity company, has announced the appointment of veteran sales and revenue leader Sean Forkan as the company’s chief revenue officer (CRO). Forkan will lead Optiv’s global revenue organization and go-to-market strategy, bringing together the company’s scale, cybersecurity expertise and expansive partner ecosystem to deepen client relationships, accelerate growth and capture new market opportunities.

“Cybersecurity is at an inflection point. The pace of change is accelerating, complexity is compounding and clients need partners cable of delivering far more than technology,” said Kevin Lynch, Optiv CEO. “Optiv has the scale, experience, relationships and market position to lead in this environment. Sean is a proven growth leader who knows how to translate those advantages into greater value for clients and partners. He builds exceptional teams, embraces complex challenges and understands that sustained growth starts with earning client trust. I’m excited to have him leading our revenue organization as we capture the significant opportunity ahead.”

“What Optiv has built is incredibly difficult to replicate,” says Forkan. “Few companies can match the combination of cybersecurity specialization, technical depth, client relationships and partner reach that exists here. As we continue through one of the most disruptive periods in technology, compounded by the evolving benefits and implications of AI, those strengths become even more valuable. I see tremendous opportunity to connect the full power of Optiv to our clients’ most important priorities, help our teams win in the market and create lasting value for our clients, partners and business.”

Forkan is a seasoned technology executive with more than 30 years of experience leading global sales organizations across cybersecurity, SaaS, hardware, software and consulting. He has a proven track record of accelerating growth and scaling businesses for some of the industry’s top cybersecurity and infrastructure software firms. His leadership approach is grounded in developing high-performing teams, executing winning go-to-market strategies and maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence and revenue accountability.

Prior to joining Optiv, Forkan served as chief revenue officer at Black Duck Software. He also has progressive leadership experience at companies like VMware/Broadcom, Cisco, Oracle, Symantec/Veritas and EY. His experience in driving positive business outcomes complements Optiv’s mission of delivering world-class security offerings and services.

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Optiv is the world’s largest pure-play cybersecurity company. With unmatched technology partnerships and deep technical expertise, Optiv securely enables the AI era for more than 6,000 clients. From financial services and health care, to government, energy and retail, organizations trust Optiv to advise, deploy and operate cybersecurity programs that reduce risk and deliver real results. Learn why Optiv is the most trusted brand in cyber at optiv.com.

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