Checkmarx
Track on RadarAcquired by Hellman & Friedman · 2020 · news
Application security platform with SAST, SCA, and ASPM capabilities
- Total raised
- $92M
- Employees
- 1,021
- Founded
- 2006
- Momentum
- 38
Cooling
Data updated July 2026
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Checkmarx is a cybersecurity company specializing in Application Security, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Paramus, United States. It has raised $92M in total funding, employs about 1,021 people, and was acquired by Hellman & Friedman in 2020.
Checkmarx provides an application security platform that helps organizations identify and remediate vulnerabilities throughout the software development lifecycle. The company offers Checkmarx One, a unified platform that consolidates multiple security testing capabilities including static application security testing (SAST), software composition analysis (SCA), infrastructure as code (IaC) security, container scanning, and application security posture management (ASPM). The platform integrates with development tools and cloud environments from providers like AWS, Google Cloud, and integrates with services from partners including ServiceNow, Wiz, CrowdStrike, and Sysdig. Checkmarx serves various sectors including commercial enterprises and public sector agencies, with specific solutions for federal civilian agencies, Department of Defense, and intelligence community organizations. The company's approach focuses on providing visibility across the application security landscape from code to cloud, supporting both on-premises and cloud-native environments. Their security research team maintains a catalog of malicious packages and provides threat intelligence. Checkmarx One is available through cloud marketplaces and has achieved FedRAMP High In Process status for government deployments. The platform enables organizations to implement secure coding practices, automate vulnerability detection, and align with security frameworks including zero trust architecture requirements. Checkmarx serves customers across multiple industries including financial services, automotive, retail, and healthcare sectors.
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When was Checkmarx founded?▾
Checkmarx was founded in 2006.
Where is Checkmarx headquartered?▾
Checkmarx is headquartered in Paramus, United States.
How much funding has Checkmarx raised?▾
Checkmarx has raised a total of $92M in total funding.
Is Checkmarx public or private?▾
Checkmarx is a privately-held company.
How many employees does Checkmarx have?▾
Checkmarx has approximately 1,021 employees.
