9 Cybersecurity Questions that Define a CISO

9 Cybersecurity Questions that Define a CISO

The Cybersecurity Vault — episode 52, with guest Wil Klusovsky.

Wil discusses the essential questions that CEOs should be asking their CISOs. He explores the importance of effective communication between technical and business perspectives, the need for investment in cybersecurity with clear ROI, and the significance of understanding risks and setting priorities.

The conversation also delves into the importance of business resilience, managing third-party risks, and preparing for future threats in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. The episode emphasizes the need for CISOs to articulate their strategies in business terms to align with corporate goals and secure necessary resources.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Questions

02:06 Importance of CEO-CISO Communication

05:03 Investment and ROI in Cybersecurity

08:17 Establishing Cybersecurity Priorities

11:12 Identifying the Biggest Risks

14:24 Understanding the Risk Register

15:41 Crafting a Compelling Risk Narrative

18:21 Blind Spots in Cybersecurity Awareness

21:27 Understanding Accepted vs. Unknown Risks

24:29 The Importance of Documentation in Risk Management

25:22 Business Resilience and Recovery Planning

27:52 Engaging Third-Party Vendors in Cybersecurity

31:09 Cybersecurity as a Business Advantage

34:44 Future Threats and Technological Advancements

38:42 Translating Cybersecurity into Business Language

40:51 The Impact of CISO Responses on Business Outcomes

 

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9 CISO Questions LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7394720767416107008

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Website: https://www.wilklu.me/podcast

 

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