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Silicon Valley CISO Investments (SVCI) operates as an angel investor syndicate, strategically deploying capital and expertise into nascent cybersecurity companies. This collective of Chief Information Security Officers identifies and supports promising startups, offering both financial backing and invaluable industry insight to foster the development of crucial security technologies. Their approach leverages deep practitioner knowledge to evaluate and accelerate solutions addressing evolving digital threats.
The organization was established in 2019 by a global collective of leading Chief Information Security Officers. The foundational insight stemmed from the recognized need for more informed and strategic early-stage investment within the cybersecurity landscape, directly guided by those who understand the market's demands and vulnerabilities intimately. These founders brought together their extensive experience and networks to bridge the gap between innovative security concepts and market readiness.
SVCI primarily invests in seed-stage and early-stage cybersecurity companies, acting as a crucial catalyst for innovation in the sector. The group's overarching vision is to cultivate and strengthen the next generation of cybersecurity solutions by empowering founders with relevant capital and practitioner-led guidance. They aim to shape the future of digital defense through direct involvement and judicious investment.
Key people at Silicon Valley CISO Investments.
Silicon Valley CISO Investments was founded in 2019 by Ody Lupescu (Co-Founder) and Oren Yunger (Co-Founder) and Al Ghous (Co-Founder) and David Tsao (Co-Founder).
Key people at Silicon Valley CISO Investments.
Silicon Valley CISO Investments was founded in 2019 by Ody Lupescu (Co-Founder) and Oren Yunger (Co-Founder) and Al Ghous (Co-Founder) and David Tsao (Co-Founder).
Silicon Valley CISO Investments has 17 tracked investments across 12 companies. The latest tracked deal is $30.0M Series A in Terra Security in September 2025.