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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

Driving Cyber Transformation

Driving cyber transformation is something that is easy to say and very hard to do. A cyber transformation is not just about delivering new technology; it is about delivering change across people and processes too, including embedding processes with more secure practices and staff within a new, enhanced culture.

While the average CISO typically does not come from a classic programme delivery background, nor are they trained in organisational change management, as a CISO there is a significant programme of delivery that you will need to manage across business and technology stakeholders. This is your number 1 priority, but it is likely that this may not be held to the same high level of importance by other stakeholders.

For many enterprises and institutions, the spend on cyber is usually the largest within the technology budget; thus, the CISO will need to manage large budgets and deliver risk reduction through their programme of delivery. To achieve...

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