About Censys
We Make It Our Mission to Empower Yours
At Censys we believe that cybersecurity is critical to the future of our global economy. And in order to evolve cybersecurity defenses, both the public and private sector need access to best-in-class intelligence data. By arming our customers with the visibility and insights that they need to protect against critical threats, Censys provides the intelligence needed to bolster cybersecurity capabilities worldwide.
Our Story
Best-in-class internet data has always been at the core of what sets Censys apart. Born from a research project at the University of Michigan, our internet-wide scanning data now powers threat hunting and attack surface management efforts at enterprise organizations around the world.
ZMap Invented
Censys co-founder Zakir Durumeric invents ZMap and fast internet-wide scanning while a Ph.D. student at the University of Michigan.
Censys Inc. Founded
Censys Inc. is founded in Ann Arbor, Michigan and receives seed funding from local angel investors.
New Scanning Technology Built
Censys develops proprietary scanning technology to replace ZMap.
Censys ASM Launched
Censys introduces its industry-leading Censys Attack Surface Management platform.
Series B Funding Raised
Censys raises $35M in a Series B funding round, with investments led by Intel Capital.
Censys Internet Intelligence Platform Launched
Censys continues to evolve its product offerings and introduces the Censys Internet Intelligence Platform for Threat Hunting and Attack Surface Management.
Supporting Security Teams Globally
Censys currently partners with 165+ corporations and government organizations around the world.
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Get to Know Our Leadership Team
We’ve brought together a dynamic group of executives to lead Censys through continued growth and innovation. Our leaders bring decades of experience to the table, many of which have been spent in tech and cybersecurity.
Meet Our Board of Directors and Investors
Censys partners with the brightest minds in the industry. Learn more about the individuals and investors committed to supporting our mission.
Join Our Team of Experts
Our work is transforming the very way organizations go about protecting what they own on the internet – and it’s all powered by a committed team of talented, collaborative, and relentlessly-driven professionals.
Explore Our Thinking
The cybersecurity world turns to the Censys team for trusted insights on CVEs, industry trends, and other thought leadership. Check out our team’s latest research and resources.
Let’s get in touch
Reach out to one of our experts to learn more about how we can empower your security efforts.
