UK cybersecurity start-up Advanced Cyber Defence Systems (ACDS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ed Hume as the new Managing Director. Hume brings extensive experience in the technology and cybersecurity sectors, and his leadership will be pivotal in guiding ACDS’s global expansion and innovation. Under his direction, ACDS aims to strengthen its position as a leader in External Attack Surface Management, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance cybersecurity strategies for businesses worldwide.
Prior to joining ACDS, Hume held the role of Head of Partners and Alliances at Beyond Now, Sigma Systems, and Convergys, where he successfully led strategic partnerships and alliances, delivering growth and value across global regions. With expertise in building and scaling partner ecosystems and delivering innovative solutions to market, Hume will play a pivotal role in shaping ACDS’s future in the competitive cybersecurity space.
“We are thrilled to have Ed join our team,” said Jonathan Smith, CEO at ACDS . “His impressive track record of building strategic partnerships and leading teams through global growth aligns perfectly with our mission to become the leading External Attack Surface Management provider. We’re confident that under his guidance, ACDS will continue to innovate and strengthen its position in the global market.”
Hume commented: “I’m excited to join ACDS at such a pivotal moment in its journey. The strength of ACDS’s External Attack Surface Management (EASM) solution is clear, and now is the time to accelerate growth by expanding our international footprint and building strategic channel partnerships. I look forward to driving this next phase of growth and helping ACDS lead the way in cybersecurity innovation”.
