Sentra Overview
Sentra’s cloud-native data security platform discovers, classifies, prioritizes and remediates the most business-critical data security risks for organizations across their data estates. Sentra ensures data is secured no matter where it is located or how it travels by automatically detecting vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, over-permissions, unauthorized access, data duplication and other security issues. By combining Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Data Detection and Response (DDR) and Data Access Governance (DAG), the platform delivers enhanced security posture, breach prevention, compliance adherence, and streamlined remediation. Sentra's multi-cloud data security platform works across IaaS, SaaS, and DBaaS, including AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle Cloud, Snowflake, Databricks, and more.
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$23.0MApr 2022
$73.0MApr 2025
$103.0MJan 2023
Latest News
growth-positive
Ex-Unit 8200 commander’s startup raises $50 million to fight AI-driven data leaks | CTech
Sentra, an Israeli cybersecurity company, has raised $50 million in Series B funding, bringing its total capital to over $100 million. The funding round was led by Key1 Capital with participation from several other investors. Sentras platform addresses the risks associated with shadow data as generative AI reshapes cybersecurity priorities. The company has seen a 300% year-over-year revenue increase and has added several Fortune 500 customers. Sentras technology helps enterprises discover, classify, and secure sensitive data across cloud environments, particularly data inadvertently used in generative AI applications. The company plans to expand its capabilities with the new funding, aiming to secure data at every stage and help enterprises adopt AI confidently.
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growth-positive
Sentra introduces LLM assistant for cloud data security and efficient incident response - SiliconANGLE
Cloud security startup Sentra Inc. has announced a new large language model assistant for cloud data security named Sentra Jagger. The AI-powered tool enhances Sentra’s core data security posture management and data discovery and remediation platform. It provides real-time security insights and recommendations, allowing users to promptly address emerging threats and vulnerabilities. The tool also offers a user-friendly interface with customizable dashboards and direct queries about Sentra’s findings. Sentra Jagger is expected to be generally available in the second half of 2024.
Customers
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להביט למידע המאובטח בלבן של העיניים
Israeli company Sentra, founded in July 2021, is helping organizations protect their sensitive data as they transition to the cloud. The company operates in the new category of Data Security Posture Management, providing visibility on the location of sensitive organizational data, who has access to it, how it is used, and its security status. Sentra has raised $53 million to date and employs about 50 people in Tel Aviv and the US. The companys solution can be installed within minutes, does not require installation on the client side, use of a proxy, or change of existing architecture.
Investment
The 10 Hottest Cloud Security Startups In 2023 (So Far) | CRN
growth-positive
Sentra Expands Executive Team With Appointment of Joseph Hoban as Vice President of Sales
Sentra, a cloud data security company, has appointed Joseph Hoban as vice president of sales to support its rapid growth. The company recently secured a $30 million Series A funding round led by Standard Investments and has opened its new North American headquarters in New York City. Hoban will lead Sentras sales team, identify new business opportunities, and drive the companys channel strategy and partner ecosystem. Sentras agentless Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platform helps security teams gain visibility and control of data in the public cloud. The appointment of Hoban comes at a critical time as Sentra aims to meet the growing demand for its cloud-native data security solutions.
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| Sector | Cyber Security |
Funding
| Total funding | $103M |
| Last funding | $50M |
| Stage | B |
| Rounds | 3 |
| Investors | 11 |
Team Members
5
Employees: 51-200
Web & Social Links
| Website | www.sentra.io/ |
| Careers | Careers page |
Locations
Derech Menachem Begin 156, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
101 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10013, USA
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Sentra Business
Business models
B2B
Product stage
Released
Employees
51-200
Sector
Cyber SecurityData SecurityTarget Customer
Energy, Utilities & Waste ManagementMedia & EntertainmentFinancial ServicesEducationCommerce & RetailAgriculture & FoodFood Retail & ConsumptionTransportation & LogisticsHealthcare & Life SciencesCommunication ServicesIndustrial ManufacturingEnterprise & Professional ServicesEnterprisesDefense, Safety & SecurityTravel & TourismCore Technology
Platforms & InterfacesSoftwareTags (6)
incident-responsedlpdata-protectioncyber-securityrisk-assesmentscloud-securitySolutions
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Use Cases
Data Access GovernanceCloud Security EnrichmentData Privacy and ComplianceData Loss PreventionDiscovery & ClassificationGeographic Markets
United StatesSentra Financials
$103M
Total funding
Undisclosed
Capital raised
$50M
Last funding
B
Funding stage
3
Total rounds
11
Investors
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time ($)
$23.0MApr 2022
$73.0MApr 2025
$103.0MJan 2023
Private Equity Funding
B Round
Apr 2025
$50M
Key1 Capital (Lead)
,
Bessemer Venture Partners, Munich Re Ventures, Standard Investments, Claltech, zeev ventures
A Round
Jan 2023
$30M
Standard Investments (Lead)
,
Munich Re Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, Oren Zeev, Moore Strategic Ventures, INT3, Xerox Ventures
Seed
Apr 2022
$23M
Oren Zeev, Bessemer Venture Partners
Sentra Lifecycle
Cumulative Funding Raised Over Time
$23.0MApr 2022
$73.0MApr 2025
$103.0MJan 2023
All Events
B Round
Apr 2025
$50M
Key1 Capital (Lead)
,
Bessemer Venture Partners, Munich Re Ventures, Standard Investments, Claltech, zeev ventures
A Round
Jan 2023
$30M
Standard Investments (Lead)
,
Munich Re Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, Oren Zeev, Moore Strategic Ventures, INT3, Xerox Ventures
Seed
Apr 2022
$23M
Oren Zeev, Bessemer Venture Partners
Sentra News
10 articles
growth-positive
Ex-Unit 8200 commander’s startup raises $50 million to fight AI-driven data leaks | CTech
Sentra, an Israeli cybersecurity company, has raised $50 million in Series B funding, bringing its total capital to over $100 million. The funding round was led by Key1 Capital with participation from several other investors. Sentras platform addresses the risks associated with shadow data as generative AI reshapes cybersecurity priorities. The company has seen a 300% year-over-year revenue increase and has added several Fortune 500 customers. Sentras technology helps enterprises discover, classify, and secure sensitive data across cloud environments, particularly data inadvertently used in generative AI applications. The company plans to expand its capabilities with the new funding, aiming to secure data at every stage and help enterprises adopt AI confidently.
InvestmentCustomersExpand
growth-positive
Sentra introduces LLM assistant for cloud data security and efficient incident response - SiliconANGLE
Cloud security startup Sentra Inc. has announced a new large language model assistant for cloud data security named Sentra Jagger. The AI-powered tool enhances Sentra’s core data security posture management and data discovery and remediation platform. It provides real-time security insights and recommendations, allowing users to promptly address emerging threats and vulnerabilities. The tool also offers a user-friendly interface with customizable dashboards and direct queries about Sentra’s findings. Sentra Jagger is expected to be generally available in the second half of 2024.
Customers
growth-positive
להביט למידע המאובטח בלבן של העיניים
Israeli company Sentra, founded in July 2021, is helping organizations protect their sensitive data as they transition to the cloud. The company operates in the new category of Data Security Posture Management, providing visibility on the location of sensitive organizational data, who has access to it, how it is used, and its security status. Sentra has raised $53 million to date and employs about 50 people in Tel Aviv and the US. The companys solution can be installed within minutes, does not require installation on the client side, use of a proxy, or change of existing architecture.
Investment
The 10 Hottest Cloud Security Startups In 2023 (So Far) | CRN
growth-positive
Sentra Expands Executive Team With Appointment of Joseph Hoban as Vice President of Sales
Sentra, a cloud data security company, has appointed Joseph Hoban as vice president of sales to support its rapid growth. The company recently secured a $30 million Series A funding round led by Standard Investments and has opened its new North American headquarters in New York City. Hoban will lead Sentras sales team, identify new business opportunities, and drive the companys channel strategy and partner ecosystem. Sentras agentless Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platform helps security teams gain visibility and control of data in the public cloud. The appointment of Hoban comes at a critical time as Sentra aims to meet the growing demand for its cloud-native data security solutions.
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growth-positive
Former Israeli Intelligence Officers Found Sentra To Provide Cloud Security
Sentra, a cloud data security company founded by former members of Israels Unit 8200, aims to provide visibility and control of cloud data to protect against breaches. The company has attracted $53 million in funding, including a $30 million Series A round led by Standard Industries. Sentra has also formed a partnership with AWS. The founders background in Unit 8200, known for producing successful cybersecurity startups, has prepared them for running the startup. The companys vision is to become the world standard for securing data and enabling organizations to innovate and grow.
PartnersInvestment
growth-positive
Former Israeli Intelligence Officers Found Sentra To Provide Cloud Security
Sentra, a cybersecurity startup founded by former members of Israel’s Unit 8200 Intelligence unit, is addressing the challenge of cloud security. The company, which was founded in 2021, has developed a solution that enables security teams to gain visibility and control of cloud data and protect against sensitive data breaches across the entire public cloud stack. Sentra has attracted $53 million in funding to date, including a $30 million Series A round in January 2023. The company has also developed a partnership with AWS.
InvestmentPartners
growth-positive
Sentra Cyber startup raises $30 million Series A
Cybersecurity startup Sentra has raised $30 million in a Series A funding round led by Standard Investments. The funding brings the total capital raised by Sentra to over $53 million. The companys valuation has significantly increased since its Seed round. Sentra develops cloud data security solutions and helps organizations protect against sensitive data breaches in their public cloud environments. The funding will be used to further develop Sentras data security platform. The company also announced that new board members from Standard Investments and Munich Re Ventures will be joining its Board of Directors.
Investment
growth-positive
Data Security Startup Sentra Launches in U.S. Market
Sentra, a cloud data security company, has announced its entry into the U.S. market with the opening of its new North American headquarters in New York City. The company, backed by Bessemer Venture Partners and Zeev Ventures, offers solutions that enable security teams to gain full visibility and control of cloud data, and protect against sensitive data breaches across the entire public cloud stack. Sentra has also established a technology alliance with Wiz, a provider of cloud-native application protection platform. The company was founded in Tel Aviv, Israel, in 2021 and has secured early investments totaling $23 million.
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growth-positive
Cybersecurity startup founded by Unit 8200 Commander raises $23 million Seed round CTech
Cybersecurity startup Sentra, co-founded by Asaf Kochan, the outgoing Commander of IDF cyber Unit 8200, has raised a $23 million Seed round from investors including Oren Zeev and Bessemer Venture Partners. Sentra aims to help cloud-based businesses protect their sensitive data held in public cloud environments. The companys platform maps, classifies, and secures organizations sensitive data to prevent potential breaches. Sentra is entering a competitive market, with companies like Cyera as its competitors. The funding will support Sentras growth and development in the cybersecurity industry.
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Employee Info
| Employees (range) | 51-200 |
| Exact count | 177 |
| Team members | 5 |
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| Confidence | 91/100 |
| Missing | markets, not claimed |
| BI Verification | Yanina Wainscheinker |
| Registrar ID | 516431202 |
| Crunchbase | sentra |
| Creator | Jenny Sotnik-Talisman |
| Creator email | genys30@yahoo.com |
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| Created | 2022-04-11T00:00:00.000Z |