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Best Practices Q&A: Guidance about what directors need to hear from CISOs — from a board member

The Last Watchdog

CISOs can sometimes be their own worst enemy, especially when it comes to communicating with the board of directors. She serves on the board of several technology companies and also happens to be steeped in cyber risk governance. LW: Why do so many CISOs still not get it that FUD and doom-and-gloom don’t work?

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Recent shadow IT related incidents present lessons to CISOs

CSO Magazine

Mentioning the phrase “shadow IT” to CISOs often results in an eye-roll or a grimace. Learn the 5 key qualities of successful CISOs, and how to develop them and 7 security incidents that cost CISOs their jobs. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. . Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. To read this article in full, please click here

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CISO’s Guide to Presenting Cybersecurity to Board Directors

CyberSecurity Insiders

Seasoned CISOs/CSOs understand the importance of effectively communicating cyber risk and the need for investment in cybersecurity defense to the board of directors. To ensure cybersecurity becomes a strategic part of the corporate culture, it is crucial for CISOs to present the topic in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

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Today’s CISO Insights – How to Tackle the Quantum Threat

CyberSecurity Insiders

As you may have noticed, daily headlines around quantum computing and its impact on technologies are becoming commonplace. This is why CISOs everywhere should be concerned. CISOs should begin to familiarize themselves with these and evaluate their potential suitability for adoption.

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IT asset disposal is a security risk CISOs need to take seriously

CSO Magazine

Asset disposal normally isn’t one of those burning topics that is top-of-mind for CISOs, yet every CISO must be able to address it when asked to describe their information technology asset disposal (ITAD) program. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ].

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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 Become a CISO in 5 Steps

CyberSecurity Insiders

If your ultimate goal is the CISO chair, there’s several steps you need to follow to get there, and it’s smart to keep your eyes open for those opportunities along the way. Becoming a CISO is not something you’re going to be able to do right away. It is not possible to get a CISO status unless you have extensive field experience.

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