Lior Yaari: Protecting the Digital World with Vision and Innovation
In today’s fast-changing digital world, cybersecurity is more important than ever. As businesses move to cloud-based tools and SaaS (software-as-a-service) platforms, keeping digital assets secure has become a major challenge. Leading the way in solving this issue is Lior Yaari, co-founder and CEO of Grip Security. With a strong background in cybersecurity and leadership, Lior is on a mission to change how companies protect their digital environments.
From Military Expertise to Cyber Innovation
Before founding Grip Security, Lior held key roles like Chief of Cyber Training for Israel’s elite Unit 8200 and CTO of YL Ventures. His deep knowledge of cybersecurity has helped him shape Grip Security into a trusted solution for protecting SaaS applications.
Why SaaS Security?
Lior entered the SaaS security space after noticing a major shift. Earlier, IT departments controlled software usage. But now, business teams often purchase SaaS tools directly, creating security blind spots. Traditional tools weren’t enough—so Grip Security was born.
“Our goal is to offer a flexible, complete security solution that fits into the fast-changing SaaS world,” says Lior. “We make it easier for companies to protect their apps from start to finish.”
What Makes Grip Security Different?
Founded in 2020, Grip Security focuses on providing smart, evolving SaaS security solutions that grow with their clients. Unlike traditional tools, Grip adapts to changing business needs and new threats.
Key features of Grip’s platform include:
- Full security for SaaS platforms tailored to modern businesses
- Automated discovery of unknown or unauthorized apps
- Strong identity and access controls
- Scalable systems to support business growth
“Security should come first—not after a breach,” says Lior. “We help businesses stay ahead, not just react.”
Leadership Style: Hands-On and Customer-Driven
As CEO, Lior plays many roles—from setting strategy to working directly with customers and sales teams.
“I believe in leading from the front,” he says. “We don’t just deliver a product; we deliver real value.”
Thanks to this approach, Grip Security has quickly grown, expanding into the U.S. and other markets.
Learning Through Challenges
Like all fast-growing startups, Grip faced growing pains. “We scaled faster than we expected,” Lior admits. This meant adjusting infrastructure, hiring, and customer support. But the team stayed flexible, using customer referrals to drive growth.
“We learned that you must plan for success—not just survival,” he says.
What Makes a Great Tech Leader?
Lior believes in three core values for successful leadership:
- Love for technology – Passion drives progress.
- Customer focus – Treat customer problems as your own.
- Strong team culture – Build a team that shares your values.
“Great leaders build great teams,” Lior says. “It’s the people around you who bring success.”
Making the Digital World Safer
Beyond business goals, Lior wants to create a safer internet for everyone. “Security is a basic need in today’s digital world,” he says. His goal is to make SaaS security easy and accessible for businesses of all sizes.
What’s Next in Cybersecurity?
Lior sees AI (Artificial Intelligence) as a game-changer for cybersecurity—from smart threat detection to predictive defense systems. But he also stresses the importance of ethical AI use.
“AI can help us a lot—but it also creates risks,” he warns. “We must use it wisely.”
Advice for Future Tech Leaders
Lior’s tips for new entrepreneurs and leaders:
- Delegate wisely – Trust your team to take ownership.
- Build a strong culture – Stay true to your vision and values.
- Be flexible – The tech world changes fast—stay ready to adapt.
Final Thoughts
Lior Yaari is not just building a company—he’s helping shape the future of cybersecurity. Through Grip Security, his leadership, and his vision, businesses around the world are better equipped to stay safe in an increasingly digital age.
As cyber threats evolve, leaders like Lior are lighting the way—making the online world more secure for all.