Avi Shua

Avi Shua is the Chief Innovation Officer and Co-Founder of Orca Security, with over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity innovation. He previously served as CEO of Orca Security and held key roles at Check Point Software Technologies and the Israel Defense Forces.

Company

Currently, Avi Shua holds the position of Chief Innovation Officer and Co-Founder at Orca Security. He played a pivotal role in the development of Orca Security’s patented SideScanning technology and its Unified Data Model. These innovations have helped Orca Security in bringing comprehensive cloud security solutions to the market. Previously, he has served as the CEO and Co-Founder of the company from 2019 to 2023, contributing significantly to its growth and industry impact.

Title

Avi Shua is the Chief Innovation Officer and Co-Founder at Orca Security. He transitioned from his role as CEO in March 2023. He is also currently working as an Insider with YL Ventures in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Education and Expertise

Avi Shua studied at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he completed a BSc in Computer Science and Philosophy from 2005 to 2008. He has more than 25 years of experience in cybersecurity innovation. His technical expertise has driven significant advancements in the field, particularly in the domain of cloud security.

Background

Avi Shua's career encompasses extensive experience in cybersecurity and technological innovation. He spent several years at Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd., where he held various roles, including Chief Technologist for Threat Prevention and Check Point Fellow and Director. Before that, he served in multiple positions within the Israel Defense Forces, including Software Consultant, Software Team Leader, and Software Developer. Additionally, he was part of Unit 8200, Israel's elite intelligence unit analogous to the NSA.

Achievements

Avi Shua has been integral in bringing Orca Security's platform to market in 2019, which is noted for disrupting the cloud security space. His work at Orca Security includes the development of SideScanning technology and the Unified Data Model. He played a key role in scaling and building cybersecurity solutions that adapt to the evolving needs of modern customers.