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Defense in Depth

Why are CISOs Excluded from Executive Leadership?

Mar 7, 2024
Exploring the absence of CISOs in executive leadership, challenges faced by CISOs in Fortune 100 companies, importance of clear guidelines and compliance, CISOs' role in disclosure decision-making post-security breaches, and contrasting perspectives on privacy and security prioritization.
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Quick takeaways

  • CISOs are not often included in executive leadership due to the role's novelty compared to established companies in Fortune 100 lists.
  • CISOs should transition from being seen as the 'Department of No' to facilitating strategic risk-taking to drive business growth and success.

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Lack of CISOs in Executive Leadership

Investigative reporter Brian Krebs discovered that very few Fortune 100 companies list security professionals in executive leadership. The CISO role is relatively new compared to the legacy companies dominating the list, leading to a lack of representation. While it doesn't imply a lack of seriousness about cybersecurity, it highlights the evolving importance of security in successful companies.

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