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How to Succeed As a New Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

IT Security Guru

As cyber threats increase in frequency and complexity, organizations recognize the importance of having a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to protect their sensitive data and infrastructure. Having a clear idea of your challenges and working with a coach can help your CISO first 90 days and adjust more smoothly.

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CFOs ignoring billions of dollars loss incurred through Cyber Risks

CyberSecurity Insiders

Chief Financial Officers aka CFOs are ignoring billions of dollars loss incurred through cyber risks and threats, says a survey. And joining forces with CISOs in crafting security strategies in align with the investment perspective will also make sense. .

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

CSO Magazine

Ransomware and data breaches pose a massive risk to organizations, resulting in loss of customer trust and shareholder value, reputation damage, hefty fines, and penalties. Cyber risk is a top concern in US corporate boardrooms, elevating the role of the chief information security officer to rapid prominence.

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Understanding SEC Cyber Disclosure Rules and CISO Liability

Centraleyes

The SEC’s proposed cybersecurity disclosure rule , known as the Proposed Rule for Public Companies (PRPC), has ushered in a wave of concerns and challenges, particularly for CISOs. This tight timeline raises questions about the rules’ practicality and potential impact on CISOs’ liability.

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How to find, fund and fix cyber risk blind spots

SC Magazine

Today’s columnist, Sean McDermott of RedMonocle, says that companies should use the NIST 800-53 security and privacy controls to help find cyber risk blind spots. After that, companies need to fund and then fix the security gaps. That’s how many CISOs and security leaders feel in the “find” stage.

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Wells Notice Against SolarWinds CISO Could Be First of Its Kind

SecureWorld News

From the filing : " Subsequently, certain current and former executive officers and employees of the Company, including the Company's Chief Financial Officer and Chief Information Security Officer, received 'Wells Notices' from the SEC staff, each in connection with the Investigation. federal securities laws."

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International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Appoints CyberSecurity Expert Witness Joseph Steinberg To Computer Crime & Digital Evidence Committee

Joseph Steinberg

Veteran cybersecurity expert witness executive will help strengthen law enforcement capabilities to prevent, investigate, and prosecute information-age crimes. Steinberg has helped many organizations improve their management of cyber risk, and has assisted attorneys in achieving just compensation for parties wrongly harmed by cyberattacks.