Chertoff Group

Founded in 2009, Chertoff Group is a global security firm that helps organizations manage risks across cyber, physical, regulatory, and geopolitical domains. It also has a private equity arm focusing on investments in defense technology, government services, and cybersecurity sectors.

Charles Allen

Principal

Michael Chertoff

Co-Founder

Michael Hayden

Principal

Ryan Hoffman

Principal, M&A Advisory

Adam Isles JD

Principal and Head of Cyber Security Practice

Ben Joelson

Principal and Head of Security Risk and Resilience

Lee Kair

Principal and Head of Transportation and Innovation Practice

David Leach

Principal and Head of Private Equity

David London

Managing Director, Cybersecurity

John Maguire

Managing Director

Brendan Mulroy

Senior Analyst

Aaron Roth

Principal and Head of Federal Strategy and Security

Paul Schneider

Principal

Chad Sweet

Co-Founder and CEO

Kanad Virk JD

COO, Principal and Head of Private Equity

4 past transactions

ThayerMahan

Series C in 2024
ThayerMahan is a maritime technology company focused on delivering comprehensive autonomous marine solutions for a variety of clients. The company specializes in the development of advanced underwater technologies that address maritime security challenges. Utilizing state-of-the-art acoustic and electronic sensors, ThayerMahan offers services that encompass deployment, operations, data gathering, and analysis tailored to specific missions. Its innovative tools and expertise enhance the monitoring of physical and environmental security in the oceans, safeguarding maritime food supplies, trade routes, industrial infrastructure, and borders.

TrustWave

Acquisition in 2024
TrustWave provides on-demand data security and PCI compliance management, offering cloud and managed security services along with threat detection and response capabilities. The company delivers data loss prevention, incident response, intrusion detection, vulnerability scanning, security information and event management, tokenization, and related services to help organizations protect networks, data, and applications. Its platform integrates security analytics, threat intelligence, and continuous monitoring to give a unified view of risks across environments. TrustWave serves Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, hospitality and retail sectors, and government and healthcare organizations, supporting compliance programs and secure digital operations. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chicago, the company operates globally through multiple offices to provide security and compliance management for diverse industries.

ZP Group

Series C in 2018
ZP Group specializes in cybersecurity strategy, consulting, technology, and compliance. Based in McLean, Virginia, the company offers tailored solutions to meet clients' unique needs.

Coalfire Systems

Private Equity Round in 2015
Founded in 2001, Coalfire Systems specializes in information technology audit and compliance services. It offers cyber risk management, audit and assessment services, digital forensics, vulnerability scanning, application validation, social engineering, penetration testing, and tools like Icebreaker for Active Directory attacks. Serving various industries worldwide, Coalfire helps clients recognize and control IT-related risks while maintaining compliance with major standards.
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