Critical Infrastructure Expert and Military Veteran Appointed VP of Sales as Company Launches Advanced Threat Protection Capabilities
WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 20, 2025 – Hyperport, the leader in secure remote access solutions, today announced two significant milestones in its continued growth trajectory: the appointment of Steve Rutherford as Vice President of Sales and the release of Hyperport v3.1, featuring advanced security monitoring and automated threat response capabilities. These developments reinforce Hyperport’s commitment to delivering industry-leading secure access solutions while expanding its market presence in critical infrastructure sectors.
“Steve’s proven track record in operational technology and critical infrastructure sales makes him the perfect addition to our team as we scale,” said Randy Cheek, CEO of Hyperport. “His deep understanding of enterprise security challenges, combined with our latest platform enhancements in v3.1, positions us to accelerate growth while delivering uncompromising protection for our customers’ most sensitive environments.”
Released on July 28, 2025, Hyperport v3.1 introduces sophisticated threat detection and automated response capabilities that strengthen security posture while streamlining administrative oversight:
Key Features of Hyperport v3.1
• Enhanced Security Monitoring and Protection: Real-time threat detection with automated IP blacklisting, user account lockouts, and configurable security event streaming to SIEM platforms
• Email Notifications: Comprehensive notification system for security events, user activities, and system alerts with customizable severity filtering
• RDP Remote Printing: Secure PDF printing capabilities for remote desktop sessions with granular app-level controls
• ZTNA Network Monitoring: Complete visibility into zero-trust network traffic with granular network connection logging and exportable analytics
• Automated Video Rendering and Export: Session recording with automated export to SMB, SFTP, S3, and Azure Blob Storage for forensic evidence preservation
• RDP International Keyboard Support: Extended language support, including Korean IME keyboards, for global deployments
Strategic Leadership Addition
Steve Rutherford joins Hyperport with extensive experience driving revenue growth in operational technology and critical infrastructure security markets. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered top-performing results while building relationships with Fortune 500 critical infrastructure clients in the oil and gas, power generation, manufacturing, and federal sectors.
“Hyperport solves urgent security challenges facing critical infrastructure organizations,” said Rutherford. “The combination of zero-trust network access, privileged access management, and secure remote access in a unified platform addresses real operational needs. I’m excited to help accelerate our growth in this critical market.”
Rutherford brings unique credentials to the role, including a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and International Relations from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and Federal Top Secret Clearance (TS/SCI). His military background as a U.S. Army aviation officer and attack/reconnaissance helicopter pilot provides a deep understanding of mission-critical security requirements and high-stakes operational environments.
“Steve’s experience scaling sales operations in highly regulated environments aligns perfectly with our customer base and growth objectives,” said Adrian Withy, CTO at Hyperport. “His track record of building relationships with enterprise security and operational technology teams will accelerate our market expansion.”
Market Timing and Industry Impact
The announcements come as organizations face increasing pressure to balance operational efficiency with stringent security requirements. Hyperport v3.1’s automated threat response capabilities address growing concerns about sophisticated attacks targeting critical infrastructure while reducing administrative burden on security teams.
The platform’s comprehensive approach to secure access management helps organizations meet regulatory requirements across multiple frameworks, including NERC-CIP, CMMC, FIPS 140-3, DOE Cyber Baselines, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISA/IEC-62443, NIST, TSA SD02C, SOCI, NIS2, and OTCC-1.
Visit www.hyperport.io for more information about Hyperport v3.1, leadership appointments, and deployment options. Existing customers can access the upgrade through the Hyperport Customer Success Portal.
Ready to Experience Enhanced Security?
Contact our team at info@hyperport.io to learn how Hyperport v3.1’s advanced threat protection capabilities can strengthen your security posture while maintaining operational efficiency. We’re ready to help you implement the most comprehensive secure access platform.
About Hyperport
Hyperport is a leading provider of secure access solutions, offering a unified platform that seamlessly integrates Zero-Trust Network Access, Secure Remote Access, and Privileged Access Management. Hyperport simplifies secure access management across IT, OT, and hybrid environments, maintaining operational efficiency without compromising security. With flexible deployment options including cloud, on-premises, hardware, and VM configurations, Hyperport enables enterprises to implement robust security controls while supporting business agility.
Media Contact
Randy Cheek
CEO & Founder, Hyperport
info@hyperport.io
+1 (925) 472-6898
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