Ben Johnson
Overview
Ben Johnson is a seasoned entrepreneur and technologist specializing in cybersecurity and technology investments. He co-founded Carbon Black, a next-generation antivirus company, and Obsidian Security, a leader in SaaS Security and Posture Management. At Carbon Black, he served as Chief Security Strategist, leading efforts to develop advanced endpoint security solutions. At Obsidian Security, he serves as Chief Technology Officer, focusing on protecting cloud infrastructure and data centers. In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Johnson has served in mission-critical roles at the National Security Agency, CIA, and Department of Defense. He has also taken on board director roles at Rapta.ai and NVISIONx, while expanding his portfolio into sports ownership with investments in Leeds United and a Serie A club. As an angel investor, he has backed ventures in cybersecurity and enterprise technology, including Rapta (AI-driven security) and Cerby (access management). Johnson earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Chicago and a master's degree in computer science from Johns Hopkins University. He remains active in the cybersecurity community, advising multiple security startups and serving on the cybersecurity advisory board of a global non-profit focused on vaccine research.
Investment Focus
- Strong technical leadership
- Innovative cybersecurity solutions
- Scalable enterprise technology
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about Ben Johnson
What sectors does Ben Johnson invest in?
Ben Johnson invests in Technology and Cybersecurity, and is based in Nashville, United States. Ben Johnson is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Ben Johnson invest at?
Ben Johnson backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage.
Which regions does Ben Johnson invest in?
Ben Johnson invests across United States.
Who are the partners at Ben Johnson?
Team members listed for Ben Johnson include Ben Johnson (Founder).
What companies has Ben Johnson invested in?
Ben Johnson's portfolio includes Cerby and Rapta.
How do I contact Ben Johnson?
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