[Okta Japan Co., Ltd.] Okta appoints regional CSO in charge of security for the Japanese market
*Okta Japan Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 5, 2024
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Okta appoints regional CSO responsible for security in Japan market Okta Japan, the Japanese subsidiary of Okta, Inc. (Headquarters: San Francisco, USA; hereinafter referred to as Okta) that provides identity management services
Co., Ltd. (Representative Director and President: Watanabe
(Takashi) is pleased to announce the appointment of Keiko Itakura, who has extensive industry experience, as Regional CSO (Chief Security Officer) for Japan, effective September 2, 2024.
Mr. Itakura has extensive experience in security and identity management. As the regional CSO for Japan, I work closely with the global security team to educate the market about Okta’s security initiatives and philosophy, communicate with stakeholders such as customers and partners, and formulate plans based on the security needs of the Japanese market. and other roles.
Itakura has previously held positions related to security and identity management at Nihon Unisys (currently BIPROGY), Microsoft Japan, IBM Japan, and Rakuten Group. Most recently, he served as Medley’s Information Security Officer. In addition, he has actively contributed to activities to raise the standards of the industry as a whole, such as serving as vice chair of the FIDO Alliance Japan Region and as a member of the Digital Agency’s Electronic Power of Attorney Law Enforcement Status Review Committee.
David Bradbury, Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Okta
Bradbury) says: “Identity is at the forefront of security. Okta is a long-term commitment to leading the industry in the fight against identity attacks.
Okta Secure Identity Commitment (OSIC)
We are promoting. The appointment of Regional CSO for Japan is part of this effort, and we look forward to Mr. Itakura’s extensive experience and knowledge in promoting security initiatives in the Japanese market. ”
Watanabe, President and Representative Director of Okta Japan Co., Ltd. Takashi says: “We are very excited to have Itakura assume the role of Regional CSO for Japan. He is well-versed in Japanese security practices and regulations and will be responsible for explaining Okta’s security efforts directly to our customers and partners. This appointment of a Regional CSO for Japan demonstrates Okta’s commitment to security in the Japanese market.”
*About Okta Secure Identity Commitment (OSIC)*
As the world’s leading independent identity company, Okta is on the front lines of combating a variety of identity attacks. As part of our long-term commitment to leading the industry in the fight against identity attacks, Okta
Secure Identity Commitment” was announced. This commitment consists of the following focus areas:
– Raising industry standards to protect against identity attacks – Ensuring customer protection by promoting customer best practices – Providing market-leading secure identity products and services – Strengthen Okta’s enterprise infrastructure
Please see below for details.
https://www.okta.com/jp/secure-identity-commitment/
*About Okta*
Okta is a leading provider of identity management services. Okta protects identities so everyone can use any technology securely. Okta’s solutions help businesses and developers harness the power of identity to drive security and convenience while protecting users, employees, and partners. Please see below for details.
https://www.okta.com/jp/