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Building a Cyber Resilient Business

By : Dr. Magda Lilia Chelly, Shamane Tan, Hai Tran
Book Image

Building a Cyber Resilient Business

By: Dr. Magda Lilia Chelly, Shamane Tan, Hai Tran

Overview of this book

With cyberattacks on the rise, it has become essential for C-suite executives and board members to step up and collectively recognize cyber risk as a top priority business risk. However, non-cyber executives find it challenging to understand their role in increasing the business’s cyber resilience due to its complex nature and the lack of a clear return on investment. This book demystifies the perception that cybersecurity is a technical problem, drawing parallels between the key responsibilities of the C-suite roles to line up with the mission of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The book equips you with all you need to know about cyber risks to run the business effectively. Each chapter provides a holistic overview of the dynamic priorities of the C-suite (from the CFO to the CIO, COO, CRO, and so on), and unpacks how cybersecurity must be embedded in every business function. The book also contains self-assessment questions, which are a helpful tool in evaluating any major cybersecurity initiatives and/or investment required. With this book, you’ll have a deeper appreciation of the various ways all executives can contribute to the organization’s cyber program, in close collaboration with the CISO and the security team, and achieve a cyber-resilient, profitable, and sustainable business.
Table of Contents (14 chapters)

Summary

As organizations strive to manage cyber risk at the front line of an ever-changing environment, the CRO’s role is instrumental. We unpacked the different layers of the CRO’s responsibilities and motivations in this chapter. We also looked at the experiences of CRO experts and extracted approaches that aspiring CROs can tap into.

Whether you’re a new CRO or another C-level executive, this chapter provides understanding of the CRO’s approach to designing a technological strategy, system, or framework and grasp the required language to communicate it effectively. The development of this framework is best done in collaboration with the CISO to achieve meaningful business outcomes.

Next, we will address the priorities of another C-level executive and their role in building a cyber-resilient business. The following chapter shows you how your CIO can be your cyber enabler.