Sophos, a leading provider of security solutions, has appointed Aparna Williams as its Chief Legal Officer (CLO). In this role, she will manage all legal, compliance, and regulatory activities for Sophos and report directly to the CEO, Joe Levy.
Aparna Williams has over 25 years of experience in legal roles at various technology companies, including Coalfire Systems, Shippo, Imperva, and Symantec. Her expertise includes corporate governance, complex transactions, regulatory strategies, privacy, and risk management. She is recognized for turning legal operations into a key part of business strategy, balancing the need for compliance with opportunities for innovation and growth.
“Cybersecurity depends on trust, and Aparna’s role strengthens our commitment to protecting that trust,” said Joe Levy, CEO of Sophos. “Her knowledge in corporate governance and compliance will help keep Sophos secure as we continue to grow. Aparna also brings a customer-focused approach that will support our partners and customers worldwide as they deal with changing cybersecurity rules and supply chain challenges.”
“There is a deep purpose in cybersecurity—helping people when it matters most has been my mission throughout my career,” said Aparna Williams, Chief Legal Officer at Sophos. “Sophos is at an important point, growing to protect businesses of all sizes with the right mix of AI and innovative services. As AI develops, bringing both new opportunities and risks, my job is to ensure we grow confidently, reinforcing governance and trust so that innovation can lead to growth and stability for our customers.”
Aparna Williams is also a frequent speaker and mentor in legal and cybersecurity discussions. She advocates for advancing women in law through various organizations, including the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC), the ACC NCR Leadership Academy, and Ms. JD.
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