Eric Ashdown
About Eric Ashdown
Eric Ashdown is the CEO and Co-Founder of Emergent Security LLC and currently serves as CISO at Scope AR, with extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership roles.
Title at Emergent Security LLC
Eric Ashdown is currently serving as the CEO and Co-Founder of Emergent Security LLC. In this role, he leads a team that includes four globally experienced Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Eric's leadership emphasizes addressing customer security challenges by bridging the IT and OT security gap through automation at scale.
Current Role at Scope AR
Eric Ashdown currently works as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Scope AR in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing the company’s cybersecurity strategy, implementing robust security measures, and managing cyber risk. His experience in leading security initiatives helps to ensure the protection of valuable digital assets within the organization.
Professional Background and Past Roles
Eric Ashdown has held various significant positions in his career. He worked as the CEO and Co-founder of a Stealth Cyber Start-up in Singapore for 11 months from 2022 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as Chief Information Security Officer at CrimsonLogic Pte Ltd in Singapore from 2016 to 2022. Additionally, Eric has experience as a Founder & CEO of a Stealth Cyber Intel Venture in Silicon Valley from 2014 to 2022. He also worked as a Strategic Security Advisor and early CISO at BlackRidge Technology, Inc. in San Jose, CA, from 2014 to 2020.
Educational Background
Eric Ashdown holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business from The George Washington University School of Business. He also possesses a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Studies from the University of the Pacific. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in business management and international studies, contributing to his effective leadership in various cybersecurity roles.
Cybersecurity Expertise
Eric Ashdown has developed a unique approach to solving customer security challenges by bridging the security IT/OT gap through automation at scale. His expertise focuses on providing Cybersecurity Mesh as a Service, specifically tailored for SMEs in emerging markets of Asia and Latin America. His collaboration with partners like Microsoft CSP, Vanta MSP, and Horizon3.ai enables him to deliver comprehensive security solutions across multiple locations, including Florida, Silicon Valley, Central America, and Singapore.