Group-IB Executive and Leadership Team

Valery Baulin, the Chief Executive Officer at Group-IB, directs the overarching strategic vision and global expansion of the cybersecurity ecosystem. By overseeing the integration of the Unified Risk Platform, the Chief Executive Officer ensures that threat intelligence and digital forensics capabilities remain at the forefront of industry standards. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to align technological innovation with market demands across the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. Valery Baulin drives the company mission to detect and prevent high-tech crimes through proactive defense mechanisms. By optimizing internal resource allocation and fostering a culture of research-driven security, the Chief Executive Officer maintains the competitive edge of the firm. Ultimately, Baulin secures the long-term stability of the organization while expanding the footprint of the Unified Risk Platform in critical global markets.

Alexander Kalinin, the Chief Operating Officer, Ksa at Group-IB, directs all internal scaling and operational efficiency initiatives within the Saudi Arabian market. Overseeing the deployment of local infrastructure, the Chief Operating Officer, Ksa ensures that the Unified Risk Platform meets the specific regulatory and security requirements of the region. This leadership role involves coordinating with technical teams to deliver high-quality Audit & Consulting services and Cyber Investigations. By streamlining service delivery processes, Alexander Kalinin directly impacts the operational readiness of the firm in the Middle East. The Chief Operating Officer, Ksa manages the integration of local threat intelligence centers, ensuring rapid response times for regional clients. Ultimately, Kalinin secures the operational integrity of the company by aligning local service execution with the broader global mission of preventing high-tech cyberattacks.

Konstantin Chigirev, the Chief Operating Officer, Middle Headquarters (East) at Group-IB, directs the supply chain logistics and technical resource management for the Middle Eastern operations. Overseeing the operational backbone of the regional Threat Intelligence and Research Centers, the Chief Operating Officer, Middle Headquarters (East) ensures that all security solutions function with maximum efficiency. This leadership role involves managing the cross-functional teams responsible for Business Email Protection and Attack Surface Management. By optimizing the technical infrastructure, Konstantin Chigirev directly impacts the reliability of the Unified Risk Platform for regional clients. The Chief Operating Officer, Middle Headquarters (East) coordinates with global leadership to standardize incident response protocols across the Middle East. Ultimately, Chigirev secures the technical foundation of the company by maintaining high-performance standards for all regional security products and services.

Denis Zarubkin, the Chief Revenue Officer (APAC) at Group-IB, directs all commercial growth and sales initiatives throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Overseeing the regional enterprise teams, the Chief Revenue Officer (APAC) ensures alignment with corporate targets regarding the adoption of Managed XDR and Fraud Protection services. This leadership role involves expanding market share through strategic partnerships and targeted digital campaigns. By optimizing the sales funnel for the Unified Risk Platform, Denis Zarubkin directly impacts the company's growth trajectory in this high-demand geography. The Chief Revenue Officer (APAC) manages complex client relationships, ensuring that organizations receive tailored defenses against evolving threat profiles. Ultimately, Zarubkin secures consistent revenue streams by demonstrating the tangible value of the company's threat intelligence and incident response capabilities to diverse regional stakeholders.