With cyber risk now firmly on the Board’s agenda, the role of the CISO is shifting into more of leadership focus. The Board wants to see a fuller picture on how the organization will be resilient in the face of ever-present cyberattacks. forbes.com/sites/forbesbu…

Here’s a great article that covers how organizations can attract more women to the #cybersecurity industry and empower them to grow in their careers. The numbers of women in cybersecurity are still low, despite having doubled since 2013. securityboulevard.com/2022/03/4-ways…

Ukrainian engineers, particularly those guarding civilian infrastructure from cyber attacks, have continuously been able to call in support from Cisco Talos. ft.com/content/205449…

An eye opening article on #FemaleLeadership and the risks of the #GlassCliff and how the #pandemic has impacted women in #leadership roles. Women are still significantly underrepresented in leadership and it's time for a change. chieflearningofficer.com/2022/03/21/fem…

An important Cisco article concerning new warnings about the increased potential of #cyberattacks on critical infrastructure from the #WhiteHouse, which calls for organizations to bolster their #cyberdefense. blogs.cisco.com/security/new-w…

As #hybridwork continues, it is imperative that organizations protect their increased asset sprawl. In today’s multi-faceted hybrid-working environment, #cyberattacks are not an if, but a when. x.com/CiscoSecure/st…

In a world where uncertainty is the new normal, #cybersecurity resilience is more essential than ever so that companies can endure unpredictable circumstances. Here’s a great article which breaks down #securityresilience into five main components. linkedin.com/posts/cisco-se…

Great insights here for #CISOs. I agree that governments should consider legislating requirements for boards to have someone who understands #risk to inform the #CSuite rather than putting all the burden on security professionals. zdnet.com/article/we-are…

Security #leaders should check out the three #cybersecurity trends with large-scale implications called out here and how to respond. Zero Trust, Automation, and Risk Management built in from the start are key to staying secure. mckinsey.com/business-funct…

Here’s an excellent summary of the #cybersecurity risks faced by #supplychains and how to navigate them. #Cyberattacks on supply chains can cause business disruptions and even breaches at an organizational level. x.com/CiscoSecure/st…

Great coverage from Network World on the launch of Cisco's new #firewall 3100 series meant to lower barrier to entry, better support small branches and boost VPN performance networkworld.com/article/365665…

With #DigitalTransformation comes a variety of security risks with retailers using #AdvancedAnalytic tools to gather information on customer behavior. Here’s a great article on adapting to the current landscape while protecting consumers and retailers. mytotalretail.com/article/unders…

.Cisco Talos continues to be hard at work helping to protect Ukraine at the forefront of the online warzone. The team provides swift responses in identifying threats and helping prevent #cyberattacks around the clock. wsj.com/articles/in-uk…

Cybersecurity’s #genderimbalance has been an issue long before the pandemic, with the situation only exacerbated in an industry which cannot afford to lose workers. Great article on why attracting and retaining #womenintech needs to become a priority. cybersecuritydive.com/news/break-gen…

Here’s a great case study on how SecureX empowered the team at Shawnee Heights to access all of Cisco's architectural solutions with increased visibility for over 3700 students and 5500 devices on campus and beyond. cisco.com/c/en/us/about/…

The #CISO role has evolved into a leadership role that takes strategic business objectives into account rather than the traditional #IT security leader of the past. This requires CISOs to promote a #securityculture through shared values and trust. informationweek.com/strategic-cio/…

Highly recommend this informational podcast by Cisco which explores the career journey of @Shannon Lietz, Vice President of Vulnerability Labs at Adobe. Some fantastic insights on #offensivesecurity and #leadership styles. cisco.com/c/en/us/produc…

Cybersecurity continues to be a concern for all organizations, making the new #SSE Framework a powerful way to collectively enhance visibility into vulnerabilities and drastically accelerate detection and response. More here. csoonline.com/article/365762…

Want to learn what it takes to be a successful CISO? This is an interesting perspective on the top 10 qualities of a great CISO and how to become one. Strategic thinking, an innovative mindset and ability to motivate teams are required. eccouncil.org/cybersecurity-…

The #SEC is bringing #cybersecurity front and center in U.S. company boardrooms. By requiring them to disclose #cyberexpertise on the board, it allows for more focus on the importance of a cybersecurity strategy in this age of heightened cyber risks. forbes.com/sites/bobzukis…