Censys
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States · computer & network security, Information Technology, Other
Censys allows users to discover the devices, networks, and infrastructure on the Internet and monitor how it changes over time. Started at the University of Michigan and backed by Google Ventures, Greylock Partners, and Decibel, Censys helps you protect your organization by discovering unknown assets and associated risks through its Censys Attack Surface Management [ASM] Platform. Censys mines
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
- Employees
- 150
- Industries
- computer & network security, Information Technology, Other
- Status
- Private
- Website
- censys.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Censys
- : Censys Appoints Jeff Hackett as Chief Financial Officer
- : Censys launched its expansion into security operations, enabling organizations to use Internet intelligence in their security workflows.
- : Censys Partners with EVAD to Enhance Availability of Censys Platform in the Middle East and Africa.
- : Censys raises $70M, including $40M Series D and $30M debt financing, led by Morgan Stanley. The funds will accelerate AI-driven solutions for security operations.
- : Censys launches Censys ARC to enhance global cybersecurity threat research and visibility.
- : Censys Appoints Meriam ElOuazzani as Vice President for META Region
- : Censys launches a new Internet Intelligence offering to enhance the efficiency of Security Operations Centers.
- : Censys launches a new Threat Hunting solution aimed at helping security teams to proactively track and defend against targeted adversaries.
- : Censys Awarded Multi-Year Contract by Office of the Director of National Intelligence
- : Censys Secures $75M In New Funding
Censys funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | Series D | $70.0M |
| Oct 2023 | Funding Round | $75.0M |
| Jan 2023 | Seed | $1.7M |
| Jan 2022 | Funding Round | $35.0M |
Leadership
- Jeff Hackett, Chief Financial Officer
- Meriam ElOuazzani, Vice President
- James DeBragga, Managing Director
- Brad Brooks
- Dayna Rothman, Chief Financial Officer
- Kathleen Thomas, Chief Financial Officer
- Sarah Ashburn, Chief Revenue Officer
- James Corman, Executive Officer
- Michael Hicklen, Executive Officer
- Daniel Corman, Executive Officer
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Employee benefit plans
Censys files 1 employee benefit plan with the U.S. Department of Labor. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
Censys in the news
- Internet exposure of AI tools, ICS devices continues to grow - Cybersecurity Dive (Oct 15, 2026)
- Censys Raises $70 Million for Internet Intelligence Platform - SecurityWeek (Mar 31, 2026)
- Censys Appoints Jeff Hackett as Chief Financial Officer - PR Newswire (Oct 06, 2026)
- France: Internet-Exposed Danfoss Controllers Drop 71% After Cyber-Attack - Infosecurity Magazine (Oct 15, 2026)
- Iranian attacks on US critical infrastructure puts 3,900 devices in crosshairs - CyberScoop (Apr 09, 2026)
- The most vulnerable AI products are also some of the most commonly exposed online - Cybersecurity Dive (Jul 24, 2026)
- 30 Best Cyber Security Search Engines In 2026 - CyberSecurityNews (Jan 08, 2026)
- Censys for Splunk SOAR - YouTube (Mar 20, 2026)
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About Censys: questions and answers
What does Censys do?
Censys allows users to discover the devices, networks, and infrastructure on the Internet and monitor how it changes over time. Started at the University of Michigan and backed by Google Ventures, Greylock Partners, and Decibel, Censys helps you protect your organization by discovering unknown assets and associated risks through its Censys Attack Surface Management [ASM] Platform. Censys mines
Where is Censys headquartered?
Censys is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.
How many employees does Censys have?
Censys has about 150 employees.
Has Censys raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 4 funding events for Censys. The most recent, Series D of $70.0M, was in Mar 2026.
Who leads Censys?
Meriam ElOuazzani is a Vice President at Censys.
What is the latest news on Censys?
On Oct 06, 2026, Censys Appoints Jeff Hackett as Chief Financial Officer
Source: Fundz records from SEC filings, press releases and company announcements. How Fundz measures data accuracy