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Cybersecurity Comedy: From Psychology and Finance to Fighting Hackers!
In the wild world of cybersecurity, Deloitte’s Kevin Winter and AuditBoard’s Richard Marcus prove that you don’t need to start from a techy background to become a top CISO. Their journeys remind us that cybersecurity is less about stopping the bad guys and more about helping businesses thrive.
Hot Take:
In the world of cybersecurity, it seems that being a CISO is like playing a constant game of whack-a-mole, except the moles are hackers, and the mallet is a blend of psychology degrees, business acumen, and an arsenal of technical prowess. Stay alert, folks, because the hackers aren’t taking any coffee breaks!
Key Points:
- Both Kevin Winter of Deloitte and Richard Marcus of AuditBoard transitioned into cybersecurity from non-technical backgrounds, showing that diverse experiences can lead to success in the field.
- The role of the CISO is ever-evolving, with responsibilities now extending beyond just security to include significant business strategy elements.
- Compliance can be both a blessing and a curse for CISOs, depending on how strategically it is implemented.
- The SEC’s new disclosure rules could change how CISOs feel about their roles, introducing potential personal liability concerns.
- Future threats in cybersecurity are expected to come from supply chain vulnerabilities and advancements in AI technologies.
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