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Building a Cyber Resilient Business

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

Questions to ask your CIO

The following questions help frame the cybersecurity considerations for a CIO and empower them to make decisions in alignment with a business’s resiliency goals:

  • Do we treat cybersecurity as a business or IT responsibility and risk?
  • Do our security goals align with business priorities?
  • Is our current IT architecture designed for cybersecurity?
  • Is the business going to embark on any significant programs in the upcoming years, such as digital, big data, cloud, mobility, outsourcing, or third-party ventures and what are the cyber risk concerns?
  • Do we initiate decisions with a consideration of privacy and security?
  • Do we consider cybersecurity investment while discussing new technologies?
  • Do we evaluate our vendors and technologies for security risks before making strategic decisions?
  • What is the most critical information collected and held by the business, and are they aware of the level of protection required for...