
John Amaral
CTO and co-founder of Root.io, a next-gen cybersecurity platform pioneering Agentic Vulnerability Remediation. Veteran cybersecurity leader with a proven track record of scaling and exiting successful companies.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 23min
The Remediation Revolution: How AI Agents Are Transforming Open Source Security with John Amaral of Root.io
John Amaral, the founder of Root.io and an expert in open source container security, discusses the revolution in vulnerability management driven by AI technologies. He explains the shift from traditional scanning to a 'fix first' approach, enhancing developer efficiency and security. Amaral highlights how AI tools democratize coding, making it accessible while managing evolving threats in containerized environments. He advocates for 'shift out' practices, where agents take on maintenance burdens, allowing developers to focus on innovation.

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Jul 8, 2025 • 45min
Vision-first leadership & reimagining product w/ “Shift Out,” Do-It-as-a-Service & Jobs-to-Be-Done w/ John Amaral #226
Join John Amaral, CTO and co-founder of Root.io, a veteran leader in cybersecurity, as he discusses the evolving role of engineering leaders in today’s tech landscape. He introduces the concept of 'Shift Out' in development strategies and the transformative potential of AI in enhancing developer productivity. John emphasizes empowering teams with a vision-first approach and the importance of innovative thinking while tackling software vulnerabilities. He also highlights using creativity and AI to streamline workflows and redefine the future of software development.


