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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)

A Bonus Segment for Our CISOs—Decoding Your CxOs’ Expectations

Boards of directors have a challenging task when it comes to cybersecurity. On one hand, they must guarantee their business remains competitive and profitable, adopting technology and executing digital transformations to stay ahead of the market. On the other hand, they must ensure their business is cyber-ready and compliant with applicable laws and regulations around privacy and cybersecurity.

Over the decades, there have been plenty of technical discussions around cybersecurity. However, the presentation ends pretty quickly when presented to the board or other CxOs if the CISO is not clear in their communication and/or uses too much technical jargon.

Every professional, including the CISO, has a domain of expertise and feels comfortable discussing that skill set. Nonetheless, a modern CISO needs to adapt further, as the expectations are higher, often putting themselves outside their comfort zone...