Cryptomathic is a global leader in data security and encryption solutions. We hold over 30 patents and have been named one of the world’s 40 most innovative companies by the World Economic Forum.
We accelerate digital transformation by protecting valuable digital assets with the highest level of assurance. Our people are world-renowned specialists in the development and provision of solutions that encrypt and secure data, transactions and applications across a wide range of industry sectors.
Our solutions are trusted by governments, cloud service providers, and industry leaders around the world, to address security challenges in risk and compliance, cryptographic-agility and adaptive security.
Why is Cryptomathic the right choice for your security?
Cryptomathic is a global leader in data security and encryption solutions. We hold over 30 patents and have been named one of the world’s 40 most innovative companies by the World Economic Forum.
We accelerate digital transformation by protecting valuable digital assets with the highest level of assurance. Our people are world-renowned specialists in the development and provision of solutions that encrypt and secure data, transactions and applications across a wide range of industry sectors. Our solutions are trusted by governments, cloud service providers, and industry leaders around the world, to address security challenges in risk and compliance, cryptographic-agility and adaptive security.
OUR WORLD-LEADING TEAM
When we say we’re masters of cryptography, we mean it!
Members of our cryptography team have invented and contributed to multiple next generation cryptography solutions, including the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) which is endorsed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC).
Over the years, our people have been:
- Recipients of the Turing Award for "fundamental contributions to modern cryptography"
- Recognized by the European Patent Office for “inventions [that] have helped secure electronic voting systems and electronic passport solutions”
- Named among the top 100 innovators in the world by MIT Technology Review
Cryptomathic also operates in sustainable and responsible way. Every member of our fantastic team shares our belief in inspiring positive change. Together, we are committed to our ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) responsibilities, creating a more resilient and fairer world.
Read our latest Sustainability Report (2022)
Our core goals are to:
- Mitigate risk
- Identify areas for improvement
- Continually demonstrate our commitment to sustainability
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KARSTEN LANGER, CHAIRMAN
Karsten Langer is the Managing Partner of Riverside Europe, which owns a controlling stake in Cryptomathic. He previously led multiple teams and investments across Europe and created Riverside’s European origination team. Karsten also served as chairman of Invest Europe (previously EVCA - European Private Equity and Venture Capital Association).
Prior to Riverside, Karsten was Managing Partner of an independent corporate finance firm in Brussels, advising on transactions across Europe for multinationals and private equity firms. He also spent five years with GE Capital Europe, including as Chief Operating Officer of TIP and Modular Space, and in corporate business development. He began his career with Danske Bank in Copenhagen. Karsten holds a BSc from Copenhagen Business School, and a Masters in Management from ESCP Europe.
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TAMMY LYNN SCHURING, BOARD DIRECTOR
Tammy is a Chief Revenue Officer with over 25 years of experience successfully building, scaling, and optimizing go-to-market teams for high growth and operational efficiency, with two decades specializing in cybersecurity.
She is an authentic leader who is known for building teams that thrive in terms of quota achievement and team retention. She has hired and led teams from $0 to over $150MM in revenue from start-up through hypergrowth and scaled global teams with over $1B in revenue at large enterprises.
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Peter Kestner, Board Director
Peter Kestner is an independent Security Advisor with 25+ years experience in Cyber Security, Cyber Crime & Cyber Terrorism. He is specialised in strategy and tactics to protect and secure companies, build up security teams and positioning security solutions across the EMEA market. Previously Peter was over a decade Cyber Security Partner at Deloitte and KPMG. He is a well known keynote speaker at several national and international cyber events, inventor of a world wide security patent and recently published a best seller book (The art of Cyber Warfare) about historical conflicts and their learnings for our todays digital age.
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Peter Landrock, Executive Board Member and Founder
Peter Landrock is the founder of Cryptomathic, which he established in 1986 as a spin-off from the University of Aarhus, Denmark. He has a Ph.D. in mathematics and is a prominent figure in the field of data security.
Peter has been instrumental in keeping Cryptomathic at the forefront of technology to serve its customers and partners. He is a visiting professor at several universities and has served as President of the International Association for Cryptologic Research.
Peter Landrock is also an honourable professor at the University of Aarhus and a Fellow at Cambridge College, Cambridge University. In addition, he is Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Director of the Niels Bohr International Academy at Copenhagen University and of the Board of the Newton Gateway to Mathematics at the INI at Cambridge University.
He has been nominated for the European Inventor Award for his lifelong achievements in encryption technologies.
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Laurent Lafargue, CEO
Laurent Lafargue is Chief Executive Officer at Cryptomathic and heads up its global operations.
Laurent brings over 20 years of managerial and executive experience to the Cryptomathic leadership team, gained through a range of positions at leading firms in semiconductors, smart cards, RFID, and electronics, including with Infineon and Linxens.
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Charlotte Møller Andersen, CFO
Charlotte Møller Andersen is Cryptomathic's CFO.
Charlotte has built a career in finance, first as an external auditor at PwC, followed by various finance functions in a FMCG company - Arla Foods. Charlotte holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Business Economics & Auditing from the University in Aarhus and is a Certified Public Accountant in Denmark.
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Charlotte Qvist Frandsen, Head Of People and Culture
Charlotte Qvist Frandsen is Cryptomathic’s Head of People & Culture.
Charlotte has built a career in Human Resources from Vestas Wind Systems, Arla Foods and the LEGO Foundation.
Charlotte holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration from the University in Aarhus, Denmark, and an Executive MBA from Henley Business College, United Kingdom.
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Emil Kaae Hansen, CTO
Emil Kaae Hansen is Cryptomathic’s Chief Technical Officer with the overall responsibility for the company’s highly skilled development, QA and support teams.
Emil Kaae Hansen has over 15 years of development and managerial experience in IT with a strong focus on security and cloud infrastructure.
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Guillaume Forget, EVP PRODUCT LINES
Guillaume Forget is Executive Vice President for the Product Lines across Cryptomathic's operations.
With 20 years of experience, Guillaume is a known industry leader in the e-signature space and sits in the executive committee of the Cloud Signing Consortium.
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Matt Landrock, EXECUTIVE ADVISOR
Matt Landrock has had a long tenure with Cryptomathic, joining in 1996. He now sits in the position of Executive Advisor.
Matt holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Aarhus and an MBA from the Rotman School of Economics at the University of Toronto.
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ANNA RUSSELL, CRO
Anna is Cryptomathic's Chief Revenue Officer. By leading the sales and marketing teams and working closely with product, Anna works hard to ensure that our revenue goals are aligned with the company’s strategy and mission.
Bringing a wealth of experience in driving revenue growth and providing strategic leadership, her expertise fuels our mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions that redefine industry standards and set new benchmarks for cryptographic excellence.
INDUSTRY STANDARDS
Standards are crucial in ensuring the safety, quality and reliability of digital products and services. That’s why our experts work closely with other bodies to deliver future-proofed, compliant solutions.
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The Riverside Company has owned a controlling stake in Cryptomathic since 2021.
The company was attracted by Cryptomathic’s mastery of cryptography and its ability to use this unparalleled knowledge to craft beautiful, easy-to-use technologies that keeps data safe for governments, banks and businesses worldwide.
We believe we’re a perfect match. Cryptomathic, founded in 1986, is one of the most experienced digital security teams anywhere in the world. Riverside combines this unrivalled heritage with decades of knowledge in growing software and IT enterprises. Together, we aim to protect business for decades to come, as we enter the post-quantum realm and the new threats this poses.
OUR INVESTMENTS
The digital world evolves fast and so do we. We are constantly adding to the value we bring to customers by partnering and investing in businesses that offer a great complementary fit with our technologies, culture, knowledge and geographical reach.
At Cryptomathic, talent meets purpose
Our people are at the heart of our organization and at the center of global data security. Cryptomathic offers the opportunity to realize your ambitions both professionally and personally, as part of a team of the world’s best talent, based across four regional offices. We cultivate an environment where everyone feels respected and valued, as part of a work culture that allows our team to do their best work, thriving in a space where you can truly express yourself.
Why join Cryptomathic?
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A work culture that supports your development and encourages growth
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A global team, great colleagues and social activities
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Healthy work-life balance
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Hybrid working environment
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Learn from some of the brightest minds in cryptography
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