Mimecast

Mimecast is a cybersecurity company founded in 2003 by Peter Bauer and Neil Murray that focuses on managing and mitigating human risk in organizations. The company operates an AI-powered, API-enabled connected human risk platform designed to protect organizations from cyber threats.

The platform integrates technology with human-centric approaches to enhance visibility and provide strategic insight into security risks. Mimecast's solutions address multiple security areas including email threat protection, security awareness training, data loss prevention, insider threat management, collaboration platform security, Microsoft 365 backup and recovery, DMARC-based domain spoofing prevention, and data retention for compliance and eDiscovery purposes.

The company serves more than 42,000 businesses across over 100 countries worldwide. Mimecast operates 13 global offices across North America, Europe, United Kingdom, Africa, Australia, Singapore, and India, with data centers in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and South Africa. The company employs over 2,000 people globally.

Mimecast's platform aims to safeguard critical data and engage employees in reducing risk while enhancing productivity. The company's approach focuses on protecting collaborative environments from both insider risks and external threats. Marc van Zadelhoff serves as CEO, joining the company in January 2024, bringing experience from previous roles at Devo Technology and IBM Security.