April 2026 | Global Cybersecurity & Leadership News – Cato Networks has announced the appointment of Meital Koren as its new Chief Legal Officer (CLO). The move comes as the cybersecurity firm accelerates global expansion and strengthens its legal and compliance framework.
In her new role, Koren will oversee the company’s global legal strategy, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, major transactions, and risk management. She will also work closely with the board and senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
Strengthening Legal Leadership for High-Growth Phase
The appointment reflects Cato Networks’ focus on building a robust legal foundation to support its rapid growth in the competitive network security and cybersecurity market.
As CLO, Koren will play a key role in:
- Managing global legal operations
- Supporting mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships
- Ensuring regulatory compliance across markets
- Mitigating legal and operational risks
Meital Koren Brings 15+ Years of Legal Expertise
Meital Koren brings over 15 years of experience in legal leadership across technology and financial services sectors.
Career Highlights:
- Former SVP Legal at CyberArk
- Led legal operations during a high-growth phase culminating in its acquisition by Palo Alto Networks in February 2026
- Early career role as an income tax trustee at Tamir Fishman
She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from Bar-Ilan University.
Leadership Perspective on the Appointment
Tomer Wald highlighted that Koren joins the company at a critical growth stage, as it continues to expand its presence in the cybersecurity space.
He noted that her experience in handling public offerings, acquisitions, and complex corporate transactions will be instrumental in supporting Cato’s ambitious growth roadmap.
Meanwhile, Meital Koren expressed enthusiasm about joining the company, emphasizing the importance of strong legal capabilities in scaling high-growth technology businesses. She added that she looks forward to contributing to Cato’s continued success.
Strong Growth Momentum for Cato Networks
Cato Networks continues to demonstrate strong financial performance and investor confidence.
Key Business Highlights:
- Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) crossed $350 million in 2025
- Achieved 43% year-on-year growth
- Raised $409 million in Series G funding
- Current valuation exceeds $4.8 billion
- Total funding surpasses $1 billion
These milestones position the company among the fast-growing players in the global cybersecurity market.
About Cato Networks
Cato Networks is a leading cybersecurity firm offering secure access service edge (SASE) solutions that combine networking and security into a unified cloud-native platform.
The company enables enterprises to securely connect users, applications, and data while simplifying IT infrastructure and improving performance.
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