CEO and Co-Founder of ThreatLocker Danny Jenkins has been named to the Orlando Business Journal’s prestigious 2024 Most Influential Leaders List and received the award with other recipients on November 7, at a program at the Orlando Hilton. Jenkins was honored for his leadership in building one of the fastest-growing private companies.  

From an early age, Jenkins demonstrated a natural talent and passion for technology, diving into the world of computers as a 15-year-old and later establishing himself as an ethical hacker. His work helping businesses identify vulnerabilities ignited a mission to develop more secure and effective ways to combat cyberattacks.  

“A ransomware attack that nearly destroyed a client’s business was a turning point for me,” Jenkins recalls. “I wanted to create a solution that was easy to manage and more secure. Zero Trust became the foundation of that solution—only trusted software runs, and everything else is blocked. That’s the strategy behind ThreatLocker.”  

Founded in Orlando in 2017 by Jenkins, Sami Jenkins, and John Carolan, ThreatLocker has grown into a global leader in Zero Trust endpoint protection. Jenkins attributes the company’s success to the thriving Central Florida tech ecosystem, its talented workforce, and the area’s appeal as a place to live and innovate.  

Beyond ThreatLocker’s growth, Jenkins is also recognized for fostering an employee-first culture. The company provides employees with career advancement opportunities, creative freedom, and a dynamic work environment. Perks include a fully stocked break area, holiday celebrations, bonuses, and generous benefits.  

One standout initiative is ThreatLocker’s annual car giveaway. Employees nominate peers for their helpfulness throughout the year, and the top nominees receive a new car—one in Orlando and another for the global team. Additional top performers enjoy trips or mini vacations as part of the company’s commitment to celebrating excellence.  

ThreatLocker continues to redefine the cybersecurity market, securing businesses worldwide while creating a workplace where innovation and collaboration thrive. 

About ThreatLocker®

ThreatLocker® is a global cybersecurity leader, providing enterprise-level Zero Trust cybersecurity tools to improve the security of servers and endpoints. Founded in 2017 by Danny Jenkins, Sami Jenkins, and John Carolan, ThreatLocker® now serves thousands of organizations globally and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida, USA.