#CybersecurityLeadership

Why Cybersecurity Acumen Matters in the C-Suite

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October 24, 2024 at 10:09AM CEOs must enhance their understanding of generative AI and cybersecurity as threats evolve and cybercriminals become more sophisticated. Improved cybersecurity knowledge among C-suite leaders fosters better decision-making, resource allocation, and collaboration, ultimately protecting companies from risks and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proactive leadership is essential for safeguarding data and assets. … Read more

Poppy Gustafsson to Step Down As CEO of Darktrace; Jill Popelka Appointed Successor

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September 11, 2024 at 12:19PM Darktrace plc announces the departure of CEO Poppy Gustafsson and the appointment of COO Jill Popelka as her successor. Jill brings extensive experience in technology businesses and joined Darktrace as a Non-Executive Director in January 2024. The acquisition of Darktrace by Thoma Bravo is progressing, with the closing expected after … Read more

Training at Black Hat to Focus on Equipping Cybersecurity Leaders With Soft Skills

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July 17, 2024 at 11:07AM This executive summary highlights Dr. Daniel Shore’s upcoming workshop at Black Hat 2024 titled “Hacking Cybersecurity Leadership.” The workshop focuses on enhancing the soft skills of cybersecurity leaders through research-based training, aiming to address the complex challenges in the industry. It offers practical solutions and emphasizes human-centered leadership in the … Read more

Should Cybersecurity Leadership Finally be Professionalized?

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April 29, 2024 at 11:27AM Professionalization for cybersecurity leadership is increasingly crucial due to the rising complexity of cyber threats. The expanded roles of CISOs create a need for personal protections and liability insurance. The resistance to formalizing cybersecurity as a profession stems from its dynamic nature and the varying resources available to professionals. Despite … Read more

The Complexity and Need to Manage Mental Well-Being in the Security Team

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March 29, 2024 at 08:36AM Summary: Mental well-being is crucial for cybersecurity professionals’ high performance and is at constant risk from work stress. The causes, effects, and management of burnout, a consequence of chronic, unmanaged stress, are discussed. It is the CISO’s responsibility to ensure the team’s well-being and efficiency, a task complicated by the … Read more

The CISO Role Is Changing. Can CISOs Themselves Keep Up?

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March 11, 2024 at 05:40PM The role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has evolved due to digital transformation, extending from technical to more business-oriented and social. Effective CISOs now prioritize communication skills, integrating with business operations, and combating vulnerabilities. They also emphasize building healthy relationships with employees and improving collaboration with fellow executives, … Read more

Halcyon Raises $40 Million for Anti-Ransomware Platform

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December 19, 2023 at 09:39AM Halcyon, an Austin, Texas-based anti-ransomware company, has raised $40 million in a Series B funding led by Bain Capital Ventures. This brings their total investment this year to $90 million, facilitating an expansion of their engineering, R&D, and sales functions. The company is aggressively marketing its platform to enterprises, focusing … Read more

Microsoft Is Getting a New ‘Outsider’ CISO

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December 6, 2023 at 05:46PM Microsoft’s EVP of Security, Charlie Bell, announced that Bret Arsenault will transition from the CISO role to chief security adviser, and Igor Tsyganskiy is set to become the new CISO in the coming year. The change reflects a strategic emphasis on security and AI integration, and Tsyganskiy’s appointment is well-received … Read more

Microsoft Is Getting a New ‘Outsider’ CISO

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December 6, 2023 at 05:25PM Microsoft executive Charlie Bell announced a strategic security shift: Bret Arsenault moves from CISO to chief security advisor; Igor Tsyganskiy becomes CISO. The change reflects the evolving CISO role amidst AI advancements and regulatory pressures. Tsyganskiy, a newcomer to the CISO position, is seen as a positive addition due to … Read more