Cyber Leaders Bridging the gap with Frank Kim
Dec 27, 2024
Frank Kim, a SANS fellow and former CISO, shares his expertise on uniting cybersecurity with business leadership. He discusses why cybersecurity often gets sidelined in board discussions and offers effective strategies for elevating its importance. The conversation dives into the crucial role of CISOs in aligning security priorities with business objectives, fostering trust among non-technical stakeholders, and managing daily security operations while driving strategic transformation. His insights empower cybersecurity leaders to adapt and thrive in a changing landscape.
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Cybersecurity's Rising Importance
- Cybersecurity has evolved from a niche IT concern to a critical business risk.
- Security leaders now often have a seat at the leadership table, but many struggle with how to use it effectively.
Speak Business, Not Tech
- Frame cybersecurity discussions in business terms, not technical jargon.
- Focus on how security decisions impact business outcomes to resonate with leadership.
Cybersecurity's Real-World Impact
- Frank Kim's daughter noticed a cyber outage's impact on daily life, not the technical details.
- This highlights how cybersecurity's relevance is felt through its disruption of everyday services.