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The CISO Evolution

Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives
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The CISO Evolution delves into the challenges and roles of Chief Information Security Officers in modern organisations. It explores how these professionals adapt to the ever-shifting landscape of cybersecurity threats, balancing both technological and strategic responsibilities. The authors provide insights into leadership and decision-making processes within the field, highlighting the importance of communication and adaptability.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in understanding how chief information security officers (CISOs) navigate the complex, ever-evolving technology landscape and aim to secure organisational innovation while managing risks. It offers insights into the strategic and practical aspects of leading information security from experienced professionals in the field.

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The CISO Evolution

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Learn to effectively deliver business-aligned cybersecurity outcomes

In The CISO Evolution: Business Knowledge for Cybersecurity Executives, information security experts Matthew K. Sharp and Kyriakos “Rock” Lambros provide an insightful and practical resource to help cybersecurity professionals develop the skills they need to effectively communicate with senior management and boards. They assert that business-aligned cybersecurity is crucial and demonstrate how business acumen is being put into action to deliver meaningful business outcomes.

The authors use illustrative stories to show professionals how to establish an executive presence and avoid the most common pitfalls experienced by technology experts when speaking and presenting to executives. The book will show you how to:

  • Inspire trust in senior business leaders by properly aligning and setting expectations around risk appetite and capital allocation.
  • Properly characterise the indispensable role of cybersecurity in your company’s overall strategic plan.
  • Acquire the necessary funding and resources for your company’s cybersecurity programme and avoid the stress and anxiety that comes with underfunding.

Perfect for security and risk professionals, IT auditors, and risk managers looking for effective strategies to communicate cybersecurity concepts and ideas to business professionals without a background in technology. The CISO Evolution is also a must-read resource for business executives, managers, and leaders hoping to improve the quality of dialogue with their cybersecurity leaders.

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The CISO Evolution by Matthew K. Sharp and Kyriakos Lambros is praised for its practical insights and relevance to modern cybersecurity challenges. Reviewers appreciate the authors' ability to blend strategic and operational aspects, offering guidance for current and aspiring CISOs. The book is seen as a valuable resource for understanding the evolving role of information security leaders within organisations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119782483

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 163.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 635g

Pages: 416

About the Author

MATTHEW K. SHARP is Chief Information Security Officer of Logicworks. He is responsible for security governance, risk management, strategy, and architecture in a business that provides comprehensive cloud services to help customers successfully onboard and operate complex and compliant workloads on the AWS and Azure public clouds.

KYRIAKOS “ROCK” LAMBROS is CEO and Founder of RockCyber, a cybersecurity strategy consulting firm focused on helping firms align cybersecurity to their enterprise business goals. He has extensive experience building security programs and overseeing security architecture, operations, threat intelligence, governance, and risk management.

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