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Key Considerations When Hiring a Chief Information Security Officer

CyberSecurity Insiders

In today’s interconnected world, where cyber threats loom large, organizations must prioritize information security. One crucial step towards achieving robust cybersecurity is hiring a competent Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

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CISO Stress on the Rise

Security Boulevard

It’s no big surprise that overseeing and maintaining a company’s information security program comes with stress. CISOs are generally resilient characters, but everyone has their tipping point, and excess stress is becoming more common in the CISO position.

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How a CISO Values CCSP Training and Certification

CyberSecurity Insiders

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Luis Gonsalves, Head of Security for Portugal’s central bank, and founder of the Cloud Security Alliance’s Portugal Chapter, says Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) stands out from other technical certifications. Read the Full Article.

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The Top Challenges Faced by CISOs in 2023

CyberSecurity Insiders

As the world continues to face unprecedented cyber threats, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are facing a growing number of challenges in their roles. In 2023, these challenges are likely to increase, and CISOs will have to be well-equipped to overcome them.

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5 top qualities you need to become a next-gen CISO

CSO Magazine

Cyber risk is a top concern in US corporate boardrooms, elevating the role of the chief information security officer to rapid prominence. More than half ( 61% ) of CISOs report to a board and board members are increasingly interested in what CISOs have to say. But technical skills alone won’t suffice for today’s CISO.

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10 pioneering women in information security

CSO Magazine

So, it should come as no surprise that there are also many remarkable female pioneers in computer and information security. Discover How the Lift mentoring program gives women in cybersecurity a leg up and how these women IT leaders reset the CIO-CISO relationship. To read this article in full, please click here

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CISOs: Do you know what's in your company’s products?

CSO Magazine

The question COOs should be asking their CISO’s is: “How can I make my product and processes the most secure and operate within acceptable risk parameters for the company and our customers?” [ Learn the 5 key qualities of successful CISOs, and how to develop them and 7 security incidents that cost CISOs their jobs.

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