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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)

Why the CTO should care about cybersecurity

There are a number of reasons why cybersecurity is important for the CTO. First and foremost, as the executive responsible for technology solutions and data collection, cybersecurity is vital to protect a company against data breaches and cyberattacks. Data loss and downtime both have a significant impact on the company’s bottom line and reputation. Cybersecurity also helps to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.

In addition, CTOs must be concerned with cybersecurity just as they are with every other element of the company’s technology infrastructure. The CTO’s job is to advance the company’s technical agenda, and cybersecurity is an increasingly important part of that agenda.

As companies become more reliant on technology, the role of the CTO has evolved from that of a behind-the-scenes chief engineer to a more strategic role, overseeing all aspects of the company’s technology...