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How Much Cyber Risk Should a CISO Own?

CISOs don't own cyber risk. Until they do. Haven't we moved beyond the CISO being the scapegoat in waiting? Check out this post by Nick...

How To Tell When a Vendor is Selling AI Snake Oil

Why do so many of the advocates for AI in cybersecurity know so little about how AI actually works? Questions just one layer deep...

In the Age of Identity, is Network Security Dead?

Network security used to be the name of the game. But many see asset management and identity as the new perimeters. Does this mean...

How to Manage Configuration Drift

On the onset, no one purposefully misconfigures a tool. But over time, it happens. Configuration drift inevitably results in security issues. How are we...

Is Least Privilege Dead?

The idea of least privilege has become accepted wisdom in cybersecurity. Despite being around for decades, everyone still seems to be struggling with it....

How Do We Measure Our Defenses Against Social Engineering Attacks?

We know phishing is a serious threat to all organizations. So why does it feel like we don't have reliable metrics on how we...

Sales Follow Up Sequences: What Works Best in Cyber?

Every cybersecurity vendor needs sales. But how should they shape their approach so it doesn't come off as aggressive spam? Check out this post by...

What Soft Skills Do You Need in Cyber?

In cybersecurity, we often focus on technical skills. These are easy to demonstrate and are part of the foundation to getting the job done....

What is the Visibility That Security Teams Need?

Every vendor is quick to throw out the word visibility. But like AI, that term is loaded and can mean a lot of things....

Data Governance in the Age of AI

We're collecting more data than ever before. Data governance regulations are not going away or getting any easier. How the heck are we supposed...

How Can Security Vendors Better Stand Out?

We like to think the best product will stand out in the market. In cybersecurity, is it enough to just rely on being great?...

What New Risks Does AI Introduce?

Just when we haven't solved the proliferation of Shadow IT, we're now dealing with Shadow AI. While much is the same, the "newness" is...

The Pattern of Early Adoption of Security Tools

Since we started CISO Series, we understood selling cybersecurity products is quite difficult. But, it's compounded by the trend that large companies, not smaller...

How Are You Managing the Flow of AI Data

We have a hard enough time managing the flow and security of data with humans. How are we supposed to address the speed and...

How to Deal with Last Minute Compliance Requirements

Staying on top of regulations is a headache for every CISO. But this isn't just about compliance. What happens when regulations disrupt the sales...