Mimecast
Track on RadarAcquired by Permira · 2021 · news
AI-powered human risk platform for email security and collaboration protection
- Total raised
- $89.99M
- Employees
- 2,383
- Founded
- 2003
- Momentum
- 35
Cooling
Data updated July 2026
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Mimecast is a cybersecurity company specializing in Email & Messaging Security, founded in 2003 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It has raised $89.99M in total funding, employs about 2,383 people, and was acquired by Permira in 2021.
Mimecast is a cybersecurity company founded in 2003 by Peter Bauer and Neil Murray that focuses on managing and mitigating human risk in organizations. The company operates an AI-powered, API-enabled connected human risk platform designed to protect organizations from cyber threats. The platform integrates technology with human-centric approaches to enhance visibility and provide strategic insight into security risks. Mimecast's solutions address multiple security areas including email threat protection, security awareness training, data loss prevention, insider threat management, collaboration platform security, Microsoft 365 backup and recovery, DMARC-based domain spoofing prevention, and data retention for compliance and eDiscovery purposes. The company serves more than 42,000 businesses across over 100 countries worldwide. Mimecast operates 13 global offices across North America, Europe, United Kingdom, Africa, Australia, Singapore, and India, with data centers in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and South Africa. The company employs over 2,000 people globally. Mimecast's platform aims to safeguard critical data and engage employees in reducing risk while enhancing productivity. The company's approach focuses on protecting collaborative environments from both insider risks and external threats. Marc van Zadelhoff serves as CEO, joining the company in January 2024, bringing experience from previous roles at Devo Technology and IBM Security.
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When was Mimecast founded?▾
Mimecast was founded in 2003.
Where is Mimecast headquartered?▾
Mimecast is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
How much funding has Mimecast raised?▾
Mimecast has raised a total of $89.99M in total funding.
Is Mimecast public or private?▾
Mimecast is a privately-held company.
How many employees does Mimecast have?▾
Mimecast has approximately 2,383 employees.
What does Mimecast do?▾
Mimecast is a cybersecurity company founded in 2003 by Peter Bauer and Neil Murray that focuses on managing and mitigating human risk in organizations. The company operates an AI-powered, API-enabled connected human risk platform designed to protect organizations from cyber threats. The platform in…
