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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 role of the CTO

The CTO oversees and controls a firm’s IT components while also focusing on future business technology demands.

Responsible for the technological direction of a company, the CTO oversees R&D to ensure new products are innovative and effective. They also work with other departments to select and implement the best technical solutions for their needs. In addition, the CTO is often responsible for strategizing how technology can be used to achieve company goals.

Among the specific job tasks are:

  • Defining technological objectives.
  • Developing a technological approach to support business goals.
  • Establishing a new infrastructure.
  • Maintaining data security and network efficiency.
  • Making technical advancements.
  • Developing external customer-facing technology.
  • Taking charge of initiatives in line with the target audience.
  • Reviewing budgets and technology requests.
  • Expertise in network architecture, big data, information...