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HOW TO GET YOUR BOARD ON BOARD WITH CYBERSECURITY

CISOs can refine their soft skills to help get their cybersecurity
best-practices message across. Steps include increasing staff incident-response
training and staying current with the threat landscape.
Brent Johnson
Chief Information Security Officer, Bluefin
September 18, 2023
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Nearly three-quarters (73%) of cybersecurity industry leaders have experienced
burnout in the last 12 months — and who can blame them?



The shift to remote and hybrid work models has increased organizations' reliance
on cloud services, limiting security teams' visibility into employee network and
endpoint environments. But reduced visibility places company data at greater
risk of cyber threats, and the subsequent surge in software supply chain attacks
and ransomware incidents has cast a spotlight on the significance of
cybersecurity. As a result, CISOs face more pressure than ever to maintain
robust cyber defenses.

However, the role of the CISO has also evolved in other ways. With the frequency
and severity of cyberattacks increasing, security has become a board-level issue
given the potential reputational, financial, and operational damage associated
with an attack. While it's a positive development that more C-suite and board
leaders are becoming active participants in cybersecurity conversations, it has
also placed added pressure on CISOs, who must communicate advanced security
protocols to a non-technical audience and justify their defense plans.

To champion cybersecurity initiatives while staying within budget constraints
and aligning investments with overarching business goals, you need more than
technical prowess. You must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate
with your C-suite peers — and that's sometimes not as easy as it sounds.




FOUR WAYS CISOS CAN ELEVATE LEADERSHIP SKILLS TO CHAMPION CYBERSECURITY

You know better than anyone that business success goes hand in hand with having
proper cybersecurity processes and defenses in place. An effective cybersecurity
strategy not only safeguards sensitive data but also yields significant cost
savings and risk mitigation by preventing data exposure, curtailing downtime
costs, and preserving the organization's reputation.



As you embrace a more visible leadership role, alignment with your C-suite
counterparts hinges on your ability to communicate, listen, and guide. Consider
these tactics and strategies to hone your leadership skills so you can help your
organization make more-informed cybersecurity decisions:

 1. Speak the language of the C-suite. One of the most important yet challenging
    parts of your role is engaging your governing counterparts on cybersecurity
    matters. It all boils down to simplifying the link between cyber- risk and
    business risk. So, rather than overwhelming your CFO with the intricacies of
    specific security systems, focus on the results.
    
    For example, to advocate for an enhanced IDS, explain how your current
    system has detected and blocked over 50,000 attacks in the past year,
    potentially preventing millions of dollars in financial losses. By tying
    technologies and tools to specific business outcomes, you can effectively
    communicate with other leaders at the organization who may not have the same
    level of technical expertise.
 2. Spearhead training initiatives. Your responsibility for the entire
    organization's data security demands effective engagement with employees to
    ensure strong network and system security. To bolster employee vigilance and
    training efforts, develop initiatives such as targeted anti-phishing
    campaigns and incident response training. The benefits are twofold: You can
    demonstrate your leadership skills and better safeguard the organization's
    data.
 3. Remain curious and aware. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, your
    knowledge base should evolve, too. It's important to remain aware of
    emerging cyber threats and industry trends so you can identify tools and
    resources that assist your organization in mitigating threats. Whether you
    pursue an advanced degree, complete a certification, or simply reassess your
    office network and system security on a regular basis, continuing your
    education plays a vital role in protecting your organization from attacks.
    
    But it's not enough to educate yourself — you need to share your knowledge
    with your broader leadership team. Amid ongoing news coverage of ransomware
    attacks and data breaches, C-suite leaders tend to lack awareness about
    other external factors that affect security — such as recent legislative
    attempts to control organizations' use of encryption. With an understanding
    of how such bills impact business operations and direction, you can help
    leaders at your organization navigate the intersection of security and
    regulatory compliance for more informed decision-making.
 4. Hone your soft skills. While technical skills are a must in your role,
    excellent soft skills can make or break the effectiveness of your
    communication with stakeholders. Foster non-technical abilities like
    communication and leadership by partnering with other leaders at the
    organization to conduct cross-functional projects. You can also attend
    workshops on topics such as public speaking and active listening.
    Additionally, consider seeking feedback from colleagues after you give a
    presentation to identify areas for improvement.


READY TO LEAD YOUR ORGANIZATION TO A MORE SECURE FUTURE?

Your role as CISO is simultaneously growing in complexity and importance. In
addition to remaining aware of emerging cyber threats and risk-mitigation
strategies, you must also advocate for cybersecurity policies and investments
that are in budget and align with the organization's overarching business
objectives.

In prioritizing your own professional development alongside companywide security
initiatives, you can effectively defend your organization's digital assets while
fostering a culture of proactive defense.


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