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Contrast Security

Founded 2014 · 183 employees on LinkedIn · 11 known investors

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Contrast Security provides an Application and API Security platform that detects and stops live application-layer attacks using patented in-app sensors. The platform serves development, application security, and security operations teams seeking real-time visibility and protection for modern software threats.

CybersecurityDeveloper ToolsEnterprise Software

Founders & leadership

Contrast Security was founded in 2014 by Jeff Williams.

JWJeff Williams
Jeff WilliamsFounderJeff Williams is co-founder and CTO of Contrast Security, which he founded in 2014 to provide application security using dynamic binary instrumentation. Previously, he founded Aspect Security in 2002, a pioneering application security consulting firm acquired by EY in 2017, and created the OWASP Foundation in 2001, serving as Global Chair for nine years and leading open-source security projects including the OWASP Top Ten and ESAPI; he also worked on high-assurance systems for the U.S. Navy and taught information security curriculum at the NSA.
RFRick Fitz
Rick FitzChief Executive OfficerRick Fitz has held executive leadership positions at established technology companies and has experience with mergers and acquisitions. He brings expertise in IT Operations and Application Development markets, with particular knowledge of Utilities, Manufacturing, and Healthcare sectors.
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Arshan DabirsiaghiFounder

Investors · 11

Founders Circle Capitallisted by Founders Circle CapitalSan Francisco

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General Catalystlisted by General CatalystSan Francisco · $30M

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In-Q-Tellisted by In-Q-TelTysons · $100K – $2.5M

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Khosla Ventureslisted by Khosla VenturesMenlo Park · $100K – $20M

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M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)listed by M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund)Seattle · $100K – $10M

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Warburg Pincuslisted by Warburg PincusNew York

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Acero CapitalreportedSan Francisco

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Atlantic Vantage PointreportedParis · $1M – $150M

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AXA Venture PartnersreportedNew York

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Also in the syndicate · 1

M12

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

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Founder mafia

3 people who came through Contrast Security went on to found or lead other companies.

John M. JackMember, Board of DirectorsFounded Fortify SoftwareSurag PatelChief Strategy OfficerFounded PixeeAarish GroverSenior Product ManagerFounded Courie

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Companies working in the same space as Contrast Security.

Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase I2020$50K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

In the news

Application Security Firm Contrast Security Raises $65 Million - SecurityWeeksecurityweek.com · Feb 2019

Frequently asked questions

What does Contrast Security do?
Contrast Security provides an Application and API Security platform that detects and stops live application-layer attacks using patented in-app sensors. The platform serves development, application security, and security operations teams seeking real-time visibility and protection for modern software threats.
Who founded Contrast Security?
Contrast Security was founded by Jeff Williams in 2014.
Who are Contrast Security's investors?
Contrast Security's investors include Battery Ventures, Founders Circle Capital, General Catalyst, In-Q-Tel, Khosla Ventures, M12 (Microsoft's Venture Fund), Warburg Pincus, Acero Capital and 2 more.