Lieutenant General Boutelle has been a force for change, transforming the role of the CIO to include business and policy leadership, in addition to his nearly three decades of program management experience in the information security industry. He has overseen global programs for hardware development of satellite terminals and radio systems; software systems for intelligence, logistics, missiles, air defense and personnel; development of Information Assurance

“I have always advocated the adaptation of commercial technologies to help transform the government. I am pleased to join SafeNet – a company that has ambitiously put that to practice for many years,” said Lieutenant General Boutelle. “As a Board member, I look forward to strengthening the common security bonds between the government and critical industries.”

“Steven’s deep knowledge of the security technology industry and the government sector will be an enormous asset to SafeNet as the Company continues its strong growth and remains a leader in the information security industry,” said Chris Fedde, SafeNet President and COO. “Myself and the other members of the Board of Directors look forward to Steve enhancing our strong leadership team.”

About SafeNet, Inc.

SafeNet is a global leader in information security. Founded more than 20 years ago, the company provides complete security utilizing its encryption technologies to protect communications, intellectual property and digital identities, and offers a full spectrum of products including hardware, software, and chips. UBS, Nokia, Fujitsu, Hitachi, Bank of America, Adobe, Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Samsung, Texas Instruments, the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service and scores of other customers entrust their security needs to SafeNet. In 2007, SafeNet was taken private by Vector Capital