We Must Adjust Expectations For The CISO Role
HelpNet Security, Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Cybersecurity has become one of the most high-stakes facets of business operations in the past few years. The chief information security officer (CISO) role, once a back-office function primarily focused on technical oversight, has moved squarely into the executive spotlight.
CISOs now bear immense responsibility, not just for safeguarding company data and assets but also for preserving trust in the organization. With every high-profile breach, the pressure mounts, and many CISOs find themselves confronting an uncomfortable question: 'If we're breached, will I lose my job?'
The data tells the story: According to a recent survey of 200 CISOs we conducted with Wakefield Research, nearly all CISOs (99%) are concerned about their job security in the event of a security breach, with 77% reporting they're very or extremely concerned.