What Is the Current State of Cyber Resilience?

Although new research revealed that the state of cyber resilience is improving — especially regarding executive engagement — there is still room for improvement.

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Lessons From the Marsh ‘Global Cyber Risk Perception Survey’: Disconnects Persist Despite Increased Executive Involvement

Despite in increased involvement of various stakeholders in risk management, a recent risk perception survey revealed a persistent disconnect between executives and the security function.

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10 Takeaways From the ISO 31000:2018 Risk Management Guidelines

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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No Place For Passivity in Cybersecurity Leadership

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

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

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.

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CISO Succession Planning Takes Preparation

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.

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CISOs Are Constantly Confronted With Conflicts of Interest

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.

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

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

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