A recent report by Trellix indicated that due to growing complexity, responsibility, and regulatory accountability, a majority of CISOs believe their role should be split into separate positions.

This finding struck me as a little odd. It seems counte

This is how to redefine CISO events! I had a spectacular time at the “Locked In — The Cybersecurity Event of the Year!” Organized by Rinki Sethi and Lucas Moody, it was nothing short of epic! Forget long boring sessions and tracks, this was about CIS

The expectations of CISOs are rising and their influence must resonate with C-Suite and Boardroom audiences.  I am excited at moderating a panel at the upcoming HMGStrategy 16^th Annual Silicon Valley C-Level Technology Leadership Summit on Oct 8^th in

I am looking forward to speaking at the CISO/Executive Leadership Forum this October 24th-25th in Napa California! This will be such a stellar event and great opportunity to network with amazing leaders.

Check out more details at: https://mind-fluence

The recent CrowdStrike outage provides valuable lessons in how to avoid causing problems and being more resilient when faced with 3rd party vendor issues. CEOs, CIOs, and Board members have a clear responsibility to protect the business and the inve

There is no indication that the root of Microsoft’s cybersecurity issues is being addressed. In fact, all indications are that the executive team is somewhat worried and bewildered at the diverse and numerous issues arising. After many embarrassing i

This year, virtual CISOs must begin making a difference in our industry. For the longest time, small and medium businesses (SMBs) have been abandoned by the cybersecurity industry. But, SMBs need security leaders to guide them through the maze of cyb

A forward-thinking college student decides to reach out to local business professionals to organize an in-person Q&A panel for fellow students and entrepreneurs. Aili Vaananen called several successful businesspeople and assembled a great panel who s

In this Cybersecurity Vault episode, I talk with Roger Sels about cybersecurity resource efficiency and maximizing value. Roger is a longtime cybersecurity executive and co-founder of a startup that is focused on helping CISOs identify opportunities

I had a great conversation with Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin from ITSPmagazine Podcast discussing the mistakes and hard-learned lessons in cybersecurity!

They are such characters! A fun and informative discussion.

Podcast:  https://bluelava.io/cruci

CISOs are being asked to do more every year, putting increasing pressure on already stressed cybersecurity professionals!

Summary : 

The CISO role is becoming more complicated.

Let's look at three aspects quickly - first there is the ever increasi

I am looking forward to the upcoming 2022 Silicon Valley CIO Executive Leadership Summit in Mountain View CA on Oct 27^th!  HMG Strategy always puts on a great event for CIOs, CEOs and CISOs.

I am on a panel, moderated by Mark Egan, with David Hahn, an

Technology leadership is crucial to how the world lives, works, communicates, and innovates.  As Global Leaders Today magazine features tech leaders in its latest issue, I am happy to see they included cybersecurity in the mix.  It may not be as sex

In the next few years, the biggest challenge in cybersecurity won’t be dealing with a specific threat, but rather conveying a meaningful value proposition throughout the organization, and especially to the C-suite and board. It is key to the sustaina

There are four typical evolutionary maturity levels for cybersecurity programs. The benefits and drawbacks of each phase creates a natural tension that pulls organizations forward to become better at managing risks, costs, and the friction that accom