Defense in Depth
What Triggers a CISO?
Aug 22, 2024
Sherron Burgess, CISO at BCD Travel, shares her insights on the evolving challenges CISOs face in the cybersecurity landscape. She candidly discusses the frustrations with vendor interactions and the pressure of disingenuous claims in sales. Sherron emphasizes the importance of culture shifts within organizations to recognize security as a shared responsibility. She also highlights the necessity for clear boundaries and effective communication in navigating the complex dynamics of risk and security while advocating for diversity in the workforce.
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- CISOs often experience frustration from ineffective vendor interactions, which leads to wasted time on irrelevant solutions that do not meet their specific needs.
- The evolving concept of risk acceptance within organizations highlights a cultural disconnect where security is often viewed as an obstacle rather than a collaborative necessity.
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Triggers for CISOs
CISOs face numerous annoyances, particularly stemming from ineffective vendor interactions and internal organizational pressures. Common frustrations include vendors pitching solutions that fail to address specific needs or falsely claiming comprehensive security coverage. Additionally, there is a rising velocity of these trigger points due to the increasing number of companies vying for attention in the cybersecurity landscape. This pressure is exacerbated by unrealistic demands from their own organizations, showcasing a disconnection between business imperatives and cybersecurity realities.
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