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CISO Series Podcast

Every Failed Startup Starts as a Dream for a Single Pane of Glass

Feb 25, 2025
Shaun Marion, VP and CSO at Xcel Energy, brings over a decade of cybersecurity expertise to the discussion. He addresses the crucial balance between effective policy implementation and the challenges of change management. Marion emphasizes the art of storytelling in bridging technical cybersecurity details with business relevance. The conversation also explores the value of crisis experience for CISOs and reflects on the limitations of Data Loss Prevention solutions, while highlighting optimism in future data security innovations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building a strong professional network is essential for CISOs as it provides crucial support and insights to navigate cybersecurity challenges effectively.
  • Soft skills, particularly effective communication and storytelling, are vital for CISOs to bridge technical understanding between stakeholders and drive action.

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The Value of Networking for CISOs

Building a strong professional network is essential for CISOs to navigate challenges in cybersecurity. Networking provides support from peers who can share insights and experiences, which helps avoid duplicating efforts when facing common problems. Engaging with fellow professionals allows CISOs to learn from others’ successes and failures, thus enhancing their own capabilities and strategies. Ultimately, leveraging a network can prevent the need to reinvent the wheel, making the CISO role more effective.

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