LinuxPR: MandrakeSoft hires Bastille Unix Security guru Jay Beale

“MandrakeSoft S. A., publisher of the Linux-Mandrake operating
system today announced the appointment of Jay Beale as Security
Group Director.”

“Prior to this appointment, Jay has helped guide the
Bastille Linux Project as Lead Developer, where he was responsible
for the design and development of the high profile Open-Source
project. He has led the effort to secure or “tighten” Linux
systems and currently consults on general Linux security, from
firewalling and VPN design to host-level lockdown.”

“Jay will coordinate MandrakeSoft’s security efforts, managing
the security team and working to raise the bar on distribution
security. He will help develop, design, and oversee additional Open
Source projects, to be announced at a later day.”

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