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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)

Secure coding and secure software development

The CTO of an enterprise is responsible for ensuring all security principles are applied within their tasks and teams. This means creating and enforcing principles, including policies and procedures that protect your company’s data, networks, and systems from unauthorized access or destruction.

One of the most important principles is secure coding. This means writing code that is more resistant to attacks and exploitation. CTOs should ensure their teams are trained in secure coding practices.

Another important principle is penetration testing. This involves simulating attacks on the company’s systems to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities. There are a number of reasons why CTOs resist penetration testing. First, it can be time-consuming and difficult to find the right resources to do an effective job. Second, it can be expensive to hire consultants or purchase commercial tools. Third, penetration testing can generate...