Michael Piacente, security executive recruiter for Lyft, Instacart, and Airbnb, discusses the rise of Cloud Native CISOs and the skills needed to succeed in this role. They explore different leadership roles in security, compensation for CISOs, protecting oneself in the role, changing responsibilities, and the importance of personal branding. Overall, it provides valuable insights for aspiring Cloud Native CISOs.
Building a personal brand is crucial for CISOs in today's market.
There are various types of executive roles and leadership positions within the security domain.
Deep dives
Importance of Personal Brand for CISOs
Building a personal brand is crucial for CISOs in today's market. It allows them to differentiate themselves and create a positive image within the industry. Companies often look at a CISO's personal brand on platforms like LinkedIn to gain insights into their expertise, thought leadership, and community engagement. Personal branding can also help with recruitment, as it attracts top talent who are eager to work with influential CISOs. However, there is a need to strike a balance between building a personal brand and maintaining a low profile, as some companies prefer CISOs who are not extremely visible.
Types of CISO Roles
There are various types of executive roles and leadership positions within the security domain. These include the traditional CISO role, C-suite positions like deputy CISO and head of security, specialized roles like business information security officers (BISOs), and virtual/interim CISOs. The specific role and responsibilities can vary depending on factors such as the organization's size, maturity, industry, and technology focus. Each role requires a unique set of skills and experiences, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to being a CISO.
Compensation Packages for CISOs
CISO compensation packages are more than just base salaries. They typically include a variable bonus structure, long-term incentives like equity or RSUs, benefits such as healthcare and insurance, and protection measures like D&O insurance and indemnification. The compensation mix can vary depending on factors such as the company's size, public or private status, and industry regulations. Personalized negotiation is crucial to ensuring that CISOs are fairly compensated, and it's important for companies to keep up with the evolving market norms and trends.
Pathways After Becoming a CISO
Becoming a CISO opens up various career pathways for professionals. Some CISOs transition to C-suite positions like CIO or CTO, leveraging their technical expertise and holistic understanding of business operations. Others choose to become CEOs or founders, capitalizing on their entrepreneurial spirit and leadership experience. The career path after a CISO role ultimately depends on individual aspirations, opportunities, and industry trends.
Michael Piacente has been helping companies find Security Executives (CISO) for a long time for some household name companies like Lyft, Instacart, Airbnb and more . In episode we speak about his current passion for Cloud Native CISOs what they are and what kind of skills should they work on to become CISO in the Cloud native world most organizations are moving ahead with in full force.
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