Veteran cybersecurity executive brings 20+ years of global consulting leadership to DirectDefense’s expanding services organization
DirectDefense, a leading information security services company, today announced that Matt Maddox has joined the company as Vice President of Professional Services. In this role, Maddox will lead DirectDefense’s growing portfolio of industry-leading security services, including web application, network, cloud, API, thick client, mobile, OT, and embedded systems penetration testing.
Maddox brings more than 20 years of technical and leadership experience building high-performance global consulting organizations. Most recently, he served as Managing Principal at Black Duck Software (formerly Synopsys), where he oversaw a $30 million annual security consulting practice focused on DevSecOps, AI/ML security, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity governance for clients. A former Army officer and Airborne Ranger, Maddox has led professional services teams at Dell Technologies, Rackspace, Cisco Systems, and Accenture. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Economics from the University of Virginia.
“Matt’s track record of building world-class consulting teams and driving exceptional client results makes him a perfect fit for DirectDefense,” said Jim Broome, President and CTO of DirectDefense. “His strategic mindset and deep technical background will be invaluable as we expand our services and continue delivering trusted, high-impact security solutions to our clients.”
At DirectDefense, Maddox will focus on scaling service delivery, optimizing operational efficiency, and partnering closely with clients to reduce risk, ensure compliance, and support long-term growth. His experience includes leading greenfield sales and growing existing client relationships.
“DirectDefense has built a strong reputation for delivering customized programs based on proven methodologies that build resiliency,” said Matt Maddox, Vice President of Professional Services. “I’m joining the team to help scale that impact by strengthening our service delivery, deepening client partnerships, and ensuring that our clients raise their security posture.”
Learn more about DirectDefense’s professional services: https://www.directdefense.com/services/professional-services/.