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Massachusetts-based Black Duck Software, a leading provider of software development and security solutions, has appointed Indian-origin Ishpreet Singh as its chief information officer (CIO).
The announced was made on December 19.
The company also named Bruce Jenkins as its chief information security officer (CISO).
Talking about his appointment, Singh said, “Black Duck is in a unique position as a newly independent organization with an impressive track record, the broadest portfolio in the market, and rapid growth potential.”
“I’m thrilled to join a team in which such exciting potential stands ahead to craft a strong vision through robust IT solutions. Software truly enables innovation, and it is my mission to ensure we take our business and the needs of our customers to new heights when it comes to building trust into software at the speed businesses demand,” he added.
As the global CIO at Black Duck, Singh leads the organization’s technology strategy. He is responsible for aligning technology initiatives with business objectives, driving the company’s digital transformation, and implementing innovative solutions. This includes a robust AI strategy to enhance growth and scalability.
A key part of his role is overseeing enterprise security, ensuring the development and maintenance of a resilient cybersecurity framework to protect the company’s assets and data while maintaining compliance with industry standards, the company said in an official news release.
Under his leadership, Black Duck is focused on optimizing business processes, improving operational efficiency, and building secure, future-ready infrastructures that support long-term profitability and innovation.
Singh brings a 20-year track record of developing a strategic vision aligned with business objectives and implementing cutting-edge solutions to enhance operational efficiency to foster innovation. A seasoned leader with deep roots in enterprise tech industry leadership, he most recently served as global CIO at Qualys, and on the Evanta CIO Governing Body, in addition to being a member of CNBC’s Executive Technology Council.
“As we are at an expansive point in the growth and evolution of our newly independent organization, Ishpreet and Bruce are the ideal fits for such critical roles,” said Jason Schmitt, CEO of Black Duck.
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