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A Day in the Life of a CISO

A Day in the Life of a CISO

By : David J. Gee
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A Day in the Life of a CISO

A Day in the Life of a CISO

By: David J. Gee

Overview of this book

As cyber threats become more complex, effective cybersecurity leadership calls for more than technical expertise; it requires strategic thinking, resilient leadership, and deft communication skills. A Day in the Life of a CISO brings together candid insights from some of the world’s most accomplished CISOs and cybersecurity executives. With invaluable guidance on managing emerging threats, balancing risk and business needs, leading through crisis, and building elite security teams, this book is a practical, real-world guide for professionals looking to elevate their cybersecurity careers or transition into leadership roles. You’ll benefit from the collective wisdom and hard-earned experiences of 29 contributors representing leading organizations worldwide, and learn how to craft cyber strategies, manage vulnerabilities, lead transformations, and develop long-lasting careers in cybersecurity. Whether you are an aspiring CISO, a current security leader, or a business executive seeking a deeper understanding of cybersecurity leadership, this book offers you the knowledge and inspiration to thrive in an increasingly challenging digital world. *Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
Table of Contents (38 chapters)
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Advice to the New CISO
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Building Your CISO Skills
20
Advanced CISO Toolkit
27
Advice from CISO ‘Yoda Masters’
37
Index

Alternative Career Paths to Consider

When I think about a good analogy for the career of a CISO, I think about the firefighter and the architect analogy. In this context, a firefighter CISO spends their time extinguishing threats and responding rapidly to new incidents. The bushfires in Australia can be particularly volatile, and this is akin to what we are seeing in the business landscape today.

On the other hand, an architect CISO takes a step back and looks at the overall picture with regard to the cyber risk profile. This CISO will be focused on security by design principles and setting strategic direction for the enterprise to follow.

The average tenure of a CISO tends to be about 24 months (2 years). There are many reasons why this is the case, but it is sufficient to acknowledge that these are difficult roles with a great degree of responsibility and pressure. Every CISO must embrace the fact that their career may not be long-term, and in that regard, have the courage...

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