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SSH Communications continues 2026 shakeup with new CFO hire, Maria Alahuhta 
SSH Communications continues 2026 shakeup with new CFO hire, Maria Alahuhta 

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Maria Alahuhta, CFO & COO at Yousician Oy, joins SSH Communications Security Corporation as chief financial officer on October 1, 2026, at the latest, following the cybersecurity company’s large leadership shakeup this year.

Alahuhta will also become a member of the executive management team, joining during a period of broader leadership changes and financial pressure, according to a press release from today.

SSH Communications Security Corporation has removed six management team members this year, according to Listeds, as it reshapes its leadership to support its strategy. 

The company reported full-year 2025 net sales of EUR 21.6 million, down 2% year-over-year, with EBITDA declining to EUR 1.5 million and operating loss widening to EUR 2.2 million. SSH said it expects a return to growth in 2026 with positive EBITDA and operating cash flow, based on the latest financial statement.

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Alahuhta brings extensive experience in scaling international tech-driven companies and improving financial performance. SSH CEO Rami Raulas said, “We are delighted to welcome Maria to the SSH team. She brings extensive experience in business leadership, driving growth, and leading turnarounds, in addition to strong financial management expertise.”

SSH is a cybersecurity company specializing in securing communications, with a focus on Zero Trust privileged access and quantum-safe network security.

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Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

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Emmi Laine is head of business content at Listeds and our lead for finance and business coverage. She sets the editorial agenda, interviews Nordic business leaders, and writes stories, newsletters, and social content on timely market and corporate topics. Emmi brings nearly eight years of experience from Shanghai's Yicai Global / Yicai Media Group, where she was awarded for reporting on China’s economy, finance sector, and technology innovation. She holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from ESADE Business School in Barcelona and a Master’s degree in International Design Business Management from Aalto University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Culture Studies with a major in Journalism from Stockholm University and has studied Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture. Emmi is a Finnish citizen and has lived in Finland, Sweden, China, and Portugal.

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