Technology Rationalization in Cybersecurity - Max Shier - BSW #355
Jul 9, 2024
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Max Shier, CISO at Optiv Security, discusses tech rationalization in cybersecurity. Topics include managing security products, inventorying assets, and balancing best of breed solutions. Also covers challenges in decision-making, cybersecurity expertise in the boardroom, and essential leadership qualities.
Consolidate security products efficiently by inventorying, identifying overlaps, and selecting suitable products.
Prioritize self-care, promoting well-being, and fostering a positive work environment in cybersecurity leadership.
Focus on attitude, aptitude, and creating a collaborative work environment to attract and retain cybersecurity talent.
Deep dives
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Gaining and Retaining Security Talent
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10 Essential Leadership Qualities
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On average, CISOs manage 50-75 security products. Many of these products have either not been deployed or only partially deployed, while others overlap of products. How do CISOs effectively consolidate their products to a manageable size?
Max Shier, Chief Information Security Officer at Optiv Security, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss technology rationalization within cybersecurity. Max will discuss how to inventory your security products, identify overlap, and pick the right products for your organization.
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