IT Leaders Hiring CISOs Aplenty, But Don't Fully Understand The Role
ComputerWeekly, Monday, April 22nd, 2024
Most businesses now have a CISO, but perceptions of what CISOs are supposed to do, and confusion over the value they offer, may be holding back harmonious relations, according to a report
IT leaders across the UK and Ireland are increasingly aware of the value dedicated chief information security officers (CISOs) can offer their organisations, and 73% now say they have filled that role, a 35% increase year-on-year, with 15% planning to hire between now and 2026.
However, according to new data published today by edge cloud platform operator Fastly, IT leaders still don't fully understand the role of the CISO. While 35% now believe CISOs are crucial to keep businesses safe from cyber threats, 27% said they were essentially there to act as a scapegoat in difficult situations.