Bain Capital Ventures

Bain Capital Ventures is a venture capital firm that specializes in investing across all stages of a company’s growth, from seed funding to growth equity. Founded in 1984 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in New York, San Francisco, and Palo Alto, the firm focuses on high-growth sectors such as fintech, enterprise software, and data-driven industries. It has a notable history of helping launch and commercialize over 200 companies, including recognizable names like LinkedIn and DocuSign. Bain Capital Ventures manages approximately $3 billion in assets, with investments typically ranging from $1 million to $100 million, and has a strong preference for technology-enabled businesses that disrupt traditional markets. The firm actively seeks opportunities in diverse areas including healthcare, e-commerce, and application software, positioning itself as a significant player in the venture capital landscape.

Ajay Agarwal

Partner

Steve Anastos

Principal

Allison Braley

Partner

Richie Chaikof

Associate

Zeeza Cole

Principal

Pascal Croak

Investor

Leslie Crowe

Partner

Scott Friend

Partner

Kristie Han

Principal

Aaref Hilaly

Partner

Sarah Hinkfuss

Partner

Merritt Hummer

Partner

Christina Kyriazi

Partner

Greg Mervine

Associate

Abby Meyers

Principal

Saanya Ojha

Partner

Enrique Salem

Partner

Slater Stich Ph.D

Partner

Kevin Zhang

Partner

Paul Zurlo

Partner and COO

Sarah Smith

Partner

Michael Krupka

Partner

Alysaa Co

Principal

Past deals in Network Security

Dream Security

Series B in 2025
Dream Security is a cybersecurity company that develops AI solutions to protect against cyber threats. The company provides various cybersecurity services, including AI-driven threat detection to monitor network activity for anomalies, incident response teams to manage and analyze cyber incidents, and vulnerability management through regular assessments and penetration testing. They also offer security awareness training, assist with compliance and risk management to meet regulatory requirements, and provide cloud security solutions for cloud infrastructures. Additionally, the company offers consulting services to help organizations develop and implement cybersecurity strategies.

Oort

Series A in 2022
Oort is an identity threat detection and response platform that focuses on enhancing enterprise security. Given that over 60% of security breaches involve the misuse of valid identity credentials, Oort recognizes identity as a critical perimeter that cannot be solely defended by personnel. The platform empowers cybersecurity and IT professionals to effectively manage their identity and access management (IAM) programs, providing full visibility and control over their identity attack surface. Oort's SaaS solution is designed for rapid deployment, allowing organizations to quickly reduce identity vulnerabilities at scale. Additionally, it offers network solutions through a network of globally distributed data centers, ensuring robust security for the digital supply chain. Based in Boston, MA, Oort operates as a fully remote startup and is supported by prominent investors such as Bain Capital Ventures, 645 Ventures, and First Star Ventures.

Oort

Seed Round in 2022
Oort is an identity threat detection and response platform that focuses on enhancing enterprise security. Given that over 60% of security breaches involve the misuse of valid identity credentials, Oort recognizes identity as a critical perimeter that cannot be solely defended by personnel. The platform empowers cybersecurity and IT professionals to effectively manage their identity and access management (IAM) programs, providing full visibility and control over their identity attack surface. Oort's SaaS solution is designed for rapid deployment, allowing organizations to quickly reduce identity vulnerabilities at scale. Additionally, it offers network solutions through a network of globally distributed data centers, ensuring robust security for the digital supply chain. Based in Boston, MA, Oort operates as a fully remote startup and is supported by prominent investors such as Bain Capital Ventures, 645 Ventures, and First Star Ventures.

Arista NDR

Series C in 2020
Arista NDR is the only advanced network traffic analysis company that delivers a privacy-aware solution capable of detecting and visualizing behavioral, mal-intent and compliance incidents with full forensics context. Powered by Ava, Arista NDR security expert system, the Arista NDR platform combines federated machine learning, threat intelligence and human expertise. The platform analyzes billions of communications to autonomously discover, profile and classify every device, user and application on any network. Through automated hunting and investigation, Arista NDR platform uncovers malicious intent from insiders and external attackers alike. The company was acquired by Arista Networks in 2019.

Pomerium

Venture Round in 2020
Pomerium is a developer of identity-aware proxy software that enables secure access to internal applications without the need for a virtual private network (VPN). The company's software offers a standardized interface for authenticating, authorizing, and monitoring user access to any application, regardless of whether the application has built-in access control features. This allows enterprises to streamline security processes and focus on application development without the complexities of reinventing access control mechanisms. Pomerium's solutions enhance security while facilitating the use of both internal and external applications efficiently.

Red Balloon Security

Series A in 2018
Red Balloon Security is exclusively focused on the development of robust security solutions for embedded device systems across all major industries, including consumer electronics, automobiles, manufacturing/industrial systems, building controllers, homeland security, military, etc. The company's software provides intrusion defense and situational awareness capable of defending against advanced zero-day exploitation of embedded devices as well as offers deep host-based defense for all devices, enabling users to scan, detect and delete malware, spyware, and viruses from different devices.

ShieldX Networks

Series B in 2017
ShieldX Networks, Inc. specializes in network and cloud security software, providing the ShieldX Elastic Security Platform designed to safeguard data centers, cloud infrastructure, applications, and data. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company was founded by a group of experienced investors and entrepreneurs from notable security firms. The firm emphasizes innovation by employing emerging technologies and cloud principles in its operations and product development. Recognizing the importance of its diverse workforce, ShieldX recruits individuals with unique expertise to enhance its technology and customer experience. The company's holistic approach aims to create a cohesive business environment where the collective efforts of the team contribute to greater success in addressing modern security challenges.

Attivo Networks

Series C in 2017
Attivo Networks, Inc. specializes in advanced cybersecurity solutions designed to detect, analyze, and respond to various cyber threats, including insider, credential, and ransomware attacks. The company offers a comprehensive Deception and Response Platform, which enhances visibility across user networks, data centers, and specialized environments such as IoT and industrial control systems. Its Honeynet Technology creates high-interaction traps to mislead attackers, allowing for the capture and analysis of attack activities. This platform also features a multi-dimensional correlation engine that identifies infected endpoints and tracks lateral movement, providing evidence-based alerts and detailed forensic reports. Attivo Networks simplifies incident response through ThreatOps playbooks and integrations for automated attack mitigation. Founded in 2011 and based in Fremont, California, the company serves both corporate and government sectors globally.

Arista NDR

Venture Round in 2017
Arista NDR is the only advanced network traffic analysis company that delivers a privacy-aware solution capable of detecting and visualizing behavioral, mal-intent and compliance incidents with full forensics context. Powered by Ava, Arista NDR security expert system, the Arista NDR platform combines federated machine learning, threat intelligence and human expertise. The platform analyzes billions of communications to autonomously discover, profile and classify every device, user and application on any network. Through automated hunting and investigation, Arista NDR platform uncovers malicious intent from insiders and external attackers alike. The company was acquired by Arista Networks in 2019.

ShieldX Networks

Series A in 2017
ShieldX Networks, Inc. specializes in network and cloud security software, providing the ShieldX Elastic Security Platform designed to safeguard data centers, cloud infrastructure, applications, and data. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company was founded by a group of experienced investors and entrepreneurs from notable security firms. The firm emphasizes innovation by employing emerging technologies and cloud principles in its operations and product development. Recognizing the importance of its diverse workforce, ShieldX recruits individuals with unique expertise to enhance its technology and customer experience. The company's holistic approach aims to create a cohesive business environment where the collective efforts of the team contribute to greater success in addressing modern security challenges.

Attivo Networks

Series B in 2017
Attivo Networks, Inc. specializes in advanced cybersecurity solutions designed to detect, analyze, and respond to various cyber threats, including insider, credential, and ransomware attacks. The company offers a comprehensive Deception and Response Platform, which enhances visibility across user networks, data centers, and specialized environments such as IoT and industrial control systems. Its Honeynet Technology creates high-interaction traps to mislead attackers, allowing for the capture and analysis of attack activities. This platform also features a multi-dimensional correlation engine that identifies infected endpoints and tracks lateral movement, providing evidence-based alerts and detailed forensic reports. Attivo Networks simplifies incident response through ThreatOps playbooks and integrations for automated attack mitigation. Founded in 2011 and based in Fremont, California, the company serves both corporate and government sectors globally.

SevOne

Series C in 2015
SevOne, Inc. develops infrastructure performance monitoring and analytics solutions designed to meet the needs of a variety of sectors, including communications service providers, financial services, and government organizations. The company offers a range of products, including the SevOne Data Platform, which collects and analyzes multi-vendor network performance metrics; SevOne Data Insight, which facilitates customizable visualizations for enhanced network monitoring; and SevOne Data Cloud, providing real-time and historical insights from network streaming telemetry. Additionally, SevOne features solutions for software-defined networking and SD-WAN monitoring, aimed at managed services providers. The company is known for its patented SevOne Cluster architecture, which enables rapid monitoring of devices across complex infrastructures, ensuring swift responses to potential performance issues. SevOne serves a global customer base that includes top investment services firms and large enterprises, helping them navigate the challenges of dynamic network environments. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, SevOne operates as a subsidiary of Turbonomic, Inc.

Attivo Networks

Series A in 2015
Attivo Networks, Inc. specializes in advanced cybersecurity solutions designed to detect, analyze, and respond to various cyber threats, including insider, credential, and ransomware attacks. The company offers a comprehensive Deception and Response Platform, which enhances visibility across user networks, data centers, and specialized environments such as IoT and industrial control systems. Its Honeynet Technology creates high-interaction traps to mislead attackers, allowing for the capture and analysis of attack activities. This platform also features a multi-dimensional correlation engine that identifies infected endpoints and tracks lateral movement, providing evidence-based alerts and detailed forensic reports. Attivo Networks simplifies incident response through ThreatOps playbooks and integrations for automated attack mitigation. Founded in 2011 and based in Fremont, California, the company serves both corporate and government sectors globally.

Rapid7

Series D in 2014
Rapid7 is a Boston-based cybersecurity company founded in 2000, specializing in security data and analytics solutions that empower organizations to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Originally focused on vulnerability management, the company has expanded its offerings to include extended detection and response, security information and event management, cloud security, threat intelligence, application security, and security orchestration, automation, and response. Rapid7 provides a range of services such as detection and response, vulnerability management, security advisory services, and IoT security testing, aiming to enhance organizations' security postures through innovative solutions and active engagement in the cybersecurity community.

Rapid7

Series C in 2011
Rapid7 is a Boston-based cybersecurity company founded in 2000, specializing in security data and analytics solutions that empower organizations to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Originally focused on vulnerability management, the company has expanded its offerings to include extended detection and response, security information and event management, cloud security, threat intelligence, application security, and security orchestration, automation, and response. Rapid7 provides a range of services such as detection and response, vulnerability management, security advisory services, and IoT security testing, aiming to enhance organizations' security postures through innovative solutions and active engagement in the cybersecurity community.

Rapid7

Series B in 2010
Rapid7 is a Boston-based cybersecurity company founded in 2000, specializing in security data and analytics solutions that empower organizations to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Originally focused on vulnerability management, the company has expanded its offerings to include extended detection and response, security information and event management, cloud security, threat intelligence, application security, and security orchestration, automation, and response. Rapid7 provides a range of services such as detection and response, vulnerability management, security advisory services, and IoT security testing, aiming to enhance organizations' security postures through innovative solutions and active engagement in the cybersecurity community.

Rapid7

Series A in 2008
Rapid7 is a Boston-based cybersecurity company founded in 2000, specializing in security data and analytics solutions that empower organizations to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity. Originally focused on vulnerability management, the company has expanded its offerings to include extended detection and response, security information and event management, cloud security, threat intelligence, application security, and security orchestration, automation, and response. Rapid7 provides a range of services such as detection and response, vulnerability management, security advisory services, and IoT security testing, aiming to enhance organizations' security postures through innovative solutions and active engagement in the cybersecurity community.

SolarWinds

Private Equity Round in 2007
SolarWinds Corporation is a provider of information technology infrastructure management software, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company focuses on developing products that assist IT professionals, managed service providers, and DevOps teams in monitoring and managing their IT environments, whether they are on-premises, in the cloud, or in hybrid settings. Its offerings include network management software that provides real-time visibility into network utilization and performance, as well as application performance management tools that enable monitoring of log data, cloud metrics, and applications. SolarWinds also delivers IT service management solutions to support outsourcing of IT services and offers remote monitoring software for desktops, laptops, and servers across various platforms. Additionally, the company provides an email protection and archiving platform to safeguard against cyber threats. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, SolarWinds aims to simplify IT management challenges with purpose-built, value-driven products and tools.

SolarWinds

Private Equity Round in 2005
SolarWinds Corporation is a provider of information technology infrastructure management software, catering to both domestic and international markets. The company focuses on developing products that assist IT professionals, managed service providers, and DevOps teams in monitoring and managing their IT environments, whether they are on-premises, in the cloud, or in hybrid settings. Its offerings include network management software that provides real-time visibility into network utilization and performance, as well as application performance management tools that enable monitoring of log data, cloud metrics, and applications. SolarWinds also delivers IT service management solutions to support outsourcing of IT services and offers remote monitoring software for desktops, laptops, and servers across various platforms. Additionally, the company provides an email protection and archiving platform to safeguard against cyber threats. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, SolarWinds aims to simplify IT management challenges with purpose-built, value-driven products and tools.
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