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CISOs In 2025: Evolution Of A High-Profile Role

InformationWeek, Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024

Over the past decade, the chief information security role has evolved from being a supporting position under the CIO or chief risk officer to a core member of the executive team.

As the CISO role expands to encompass more strategic leadership, risk management, and compliance, CISOs are making more integral business-level decisions, reflecting the growing importance of cybersecurity in overall business strategy.

An October survey from Portnox found CISOs are increasingly buffeted by compliance challenges, gaps in cyber insurance, and are increasingly concerned about job security.

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