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Based in Redmond, Washington, Cloudneeti develops cloud security posture management software designed to prevent and remediate misconfigurations across software, infrastructure, and platform-as-a-service environments. The company provides a digital governance platform that automates data collection, security assessments, DevSecOps integration, and compliance assurance for enterprise workloads running on major cloud providers including AWS, Azure, and Microsoft Office 365. Prior to its strategic exit, the enterprise software developer raised $500,000 in outside funding and scaled its workforce to approximately 40 employees while selling directly to enterprises, managed service providers, and risk advisors. In 2020, the publicly traded cybersecurity corporation Zscaler acquired the business for an undisclosed sum to integrate its data protection capabilities into its existing cloud security portfolio, successfully transitioning the entire Cloudneeti staff to the new parent organization. Cloudneeti was founded in 2017 by Gururaj Pandurangi and Pravin Kulkarni.
Cloudneeti has raised $300K across 1 funding round.
Cloudneeti has raised $300K in total across 1 funding round.
Cloudneeti has raised $300K across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $300K Seed in December 2019.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2019 | $300K Seed | — | SWAN Venture Fund | Announced |
Cloudneeti is a SaaS technology company specializing in cloud security, compliance assurance, and data privacy. Its core product is a Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) platform that helps organizations improve visibility into their cloud environments, enforce security standards, and automate remediation of misconfigurations across major cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, Office 365, and Google Cloud. Cloudneeti serves enterprises, managed service providers (MSPs), and software developers by addressing the critical problem of cloud misconfigurations, which are a leading cause of data breaches and compliance violations. The company has demonstrated growth momentum culminating in its acquisition by Zscaler in 2020, which integrated Cloudneeti’s capabilities into its broader cloud security platform to enhance data protection and compliance automation[1][3][4].
Founded in 2017 by Gururaj Pandurangi and Pravin (last name not specified), Cloudneeti emerged from the founders’ vision to eliminate breaches and compliance violations caused by preventable cloud misconfigurations. The idea was born from the increasing complexity and risk in cloud environments as enterprises rapidly adopt SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS solutions. Early traction came from developing a cloud-native platform that combined automated security posture monitoring, compliance reporting, and guided remediation powered by machine learning. This approach resonated with customers and partners, leading to Cloudneeti’s acquisition by Zscaler in April 2020, which was seen as a strong technological and cultural fit to accelerate digital transformation security[3][4].
Cloudneeti rides the accelerating trend of cloud adoption and the corresponding need for robust cloud security and compliance. As enterprises migrate critical workloads to cloud platforms, misconfigurations have become a primary source of security incidents. Gartner predicts that CSPM solutions like Cloudneeti’s can reduce cloud-related security incidents by up to 80%. The timing of Cloudneeti’s emergence and acquisition aligns with the growing market demand for automated, scalable cloud security solutions that integrate seamlessly into DevOps and IT operations. By enhancing Zscaler’s cloud-native security platform, Cloudneeti influences the broader ecosystem by enabling safer cloud transformations and reducing risk exposure for enterprises globally[3].
Post-acquisition, Cloudneeti’s technology is expected to deepen integration with Zscaler’s offerings, expanding automated cloud security and compliance capabilities. Future trends shaping its journey include increased regulatory scrutiny on cloud data, the rise of multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments, and the growing adoption of AI/ML for security automation. Cloudneeti’s influence will likely evolve toward enabling proactive, continuous cloud security assurance embedded within development and operational workflows, helping organizations accelerate secure digital transformation with confidence. This trajectory ties back to its founding mission to end preventable cloud breaches and compliance violations through innovative, cloud-native security solutions[3][4].
Cloudneeti has raised $300K in total across 1 funding round.
Cloudneeti's investors include Swan Venture Fund.
