April 13, 2018

More Than Half of CISOs Around the World Concerned About the Cybersecurity Skills Gap

2 min read - A new survey revealed that CISOs need both new sources of talent and better technology to help close the cybersecurity skills gap.

Risk Management April 10, 2018

10 Takeaways From the ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management Guidelines

5 min read - The International Standards Organization (ISO) released an updated version of its risk management guidelines to help security leaders engage top leadership in cyber risk decision-making.

CISO February 6, 2018

The Expanding Role of the CISO: Seven Attributes of a Successful Security Leader

7 min read - The role of the security leader is expanding, and CISOs must posses strong communication skills, extensive technical knowledge, analytical minds and the respect of their peers to be successful.

CISO January 9, 2018

Where the CISO Should Sit on the Security Org Chart and Why It Matters

4 min read - The CISO's position on the security org chart influences the nature and frequency of interactions the security leader will have other executives — not to mention the security budget.

CISO January 3, 2018

No Place For Passivity in Cybersecurity Leadership

2 min read - Many organizations lack the cybersecurity leadership required to effectively defend their networks and proactively respond to data breaches when they do occur.

CISO December 27, 2017

Long Road Ahead or Unbridgeable Chasm? Lessons From the EY ‘Global Information Security Survey’

4 min read - The EY "Global Infomation Security Survey" revealed that CISOs and executives have a long road ahead when it comes to improving communication — but it is indeed a road, not an unbridgeable chasm.

CISO April 24, 2017

CISO Succession Planning Takes Preparation

2 min read - In light of the skills shortage and the highly competitive CISO job market, careful succession planning is the key to leaving your company in good hands.

CISO March 15, 2017

CISOs Are Constantly Confronted With Conflicts of Interest

3 min read - Companies and individuals may throw ethics out the window when there's an extra buck to be made. CISOs must learn to nip conflicts of interest in the bud.

CISO January 3, 2017

The Importance of Building an Information Security Strategic Plan: Part 2

3 min read - The CISO should be the central figure responsible for defining an organization's information security strategic plan and aligning it with business goals.