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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)

The transitioning role of the CHRO

As the senior executive who oversees human resource management and industrial relations, the CHRO is responsible for the people component of people, processes, and technology in an organization.

The CHRO’s duties include developing a workforce strategy and company culture, and attracting, growing, and retaining human capital. Many CHROs also responsible for managing workplace safety and health risks. Unfortunately, most do not realize they are also responsible for cyber risks.

Organizations are established for a variety of purposes, but at its core, an organization is a group of people.

Normal HR tasks include supervising employee happiness, engagement, benefits and compensation, diversity, and so on. An exceptional CHRO goes beyond these tasks and seeks to identify undetected issues, such as behavioral or skill gaps. As it relates to cyber awareness, they need to prescribe measures the people component that brings value to the company...