NINJIO
Track on RadarAcquired by Gauge Capital · 2021 · news
Cybersecurity awareness training platform using animated video content
- Total raised
- —
- Employees
- 85
- Founded
- 2015
- Momentum
- 30
Cooling
Data updated August 2026
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NINJIO is a cybersecurity company specializing in Human Risk, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Westlake Village, United States. It employs about 85 people and was acquired by Gauge Capital in 2021.
NINJIO provides cybersecurity awareness training through animated video content designed to educate employees about cyber threats and security best practices. The company's flagship product, NINJIO AWARE, delivers episodic training content that covers topics including phishing, vishing, smishing, social engineering, account cloning, and other attack vectors. The platform uses storytelling and animation to engage users, with over 100 episodes produced covering real-world cybersecurity scenarios and incidents. The company serves organizations of all sizes, from small businesses to mid-market companies to enterprise clients. NINJIO's training approach focuses on teaching employees to protect themselves personally, which in turn protects their organizations. The platform is delivered as a SaaS solution and has been recognized in Gartner Peer Insights ratings for cybersecurity awareness training. NINJIO was founded by Zack Schuler, who previously founded Cal Net Technology Group, an IT consulting and security firm. The company is backed by Gauge Capital, a private equity firm. The executive team includes professionals with backgrounds in SaaS, technology, and cybersecurity, and the company maintains an in-house animation team led by a Chief Animation Officer to produce its training content. The platform addresses human risk management by providing scalable training solutions that can be adapted to different organizational sizes and needs. Content is regularly updated to reflect current threat landscapes and real-world security incidents.
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When was NINJIO founded?▾
NINJIO was founded in 2015.
Where is NINJIO headquartered?▾
NINJIO is headquartered in Westlake Village, United States.
Is NINJIO public or private?▾
NINJIO is a privately-held company.
How many employees does NINJIO have?▾
NINJIO has approximately 85 employees.
What does NINJIO do?▾
NINJIO provides cybersecurity awareness training through animated video content designed to educate employees about cyber threats and security best practices. The company's flagship product, NINJIO AWARE, delivers episodic training content that covers topics including phishing, vishing, smishing, so…
