Industry veteran to lead Check Point’s AI-powered security strategy across Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa amid rapid digital transformation.
Check Point Software has appointed Diego Arrabal as Vice President for Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA). Based in Dubai, Arrabal will lead Check Point’s regional operations, focusing on customer-centric growth and advancing the company’s prevention-first, AI-powered security strategy.
With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and enterprise technology, Arrabal brings deep regional insight and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams. He most recently led VMware’s Networking and Security business across EMEA, where he drove innovation and customer success in complex, fast-evolving markets.
“Our job is to ensure security is not a barrier, but a business enabler.”
— Diego Arrabal, VP EEMEA, Check Point
“This region is undergoing rapid digital transformation, with governments and enterprises embracing AI, hybrid cloud, and connected infrastructure at scale,” said Arrabal. “Our job is to ensure security is not a barrier, but a business enabler. I’m honored to lead such a mission at a time when resilience, simplicity, and trust are more critical than ever.”
Sherif Seddik, President of International Sales at Check Point, added: “Diego’s passion for customer success and his experience across complex markets make him the right leader to scale our impact in EEMEA.”
Arrabal’s appointment comes as Check Point deepens its investment in the region, addressing AI-driven threats, regulatory shifts, and hybrid IT complexity. Under his leadership, the company will continue to deliver integrated, AI-powered security through its Infinity Platform and open garden ecosystem—empowering partners, simplifying operations, and protecting digital infrastructure at scale.
