A strong Security driven development cycle should be able to cater to all projects to integrate security practices into new development and even strengthen existing security frameworks. Security should now be treated as a new pillar of any project development to measure in addition to cost, scope and timeline.

An imaginary Digital Heavan would be the one where there are no Cyber threats , no vulnerability and no Risks to business. But unfortunately there is none so far :). My few cents would be :- * Cyber Security costs should be embeded in IT projects Budgets and seperate costs should be avoided , ultimately we want our projects and products to be secure. * Every Penny spent on orgnization wide Cyber Security programs / initiatives should be mapped with risks and further Business impacts. if you wish to spent on cyber security trainings , awareness then Risks of phising on Untrained staff should be explained and recorded. Priortization & balancing should be done based on business impacts and initiatives which reduces those risks.

Start with clear security requirements, controls and standards that all solutions need to adhere to. These should be driven from the highest level of the company and under the umbrella of compliance. Then position your Cybersecurity infrastructure as a service that can help your projects address those needs. Instead of being something "done to them", it should make it cheaper, faster and easier for them to address those requirements. You should be the team that they *want* to engage so that they don't have to do it themselves or engage expensive outside consultants/vendors to be compliant. In a perfect world, every project, service and organization within the company would end up as a captive customer of your "Cybersecurity business"

To balance cybersecurity with IT projects in budget planning: Prioritize Risks: Focus on projects with high-security implications. Strategic Allocation: Dedicate a fixed portion of the budget to cybersecurity. Enable Projects: Position cybersecurity as a tool that enhances efficiency and compliance. Align Standards: Integrate security into all IT initiatives for seamless synergy. This ensures cybersecurity remains integral without compromising other priorities.

Prioritize risk assessment, allocate resources to critical cybersecurity needs, integrate security into project plans, and explore cost-effective solutions to balance protection with project innovation.

Balancing cybersecurity with other IT projects in budget planning requires a risk-driven and integrated approach. Begin by assessing the potential impact of security risks to prioritize critical areas. Allocate a dedicated portion of the budget to cybersecurity, ensuring it remains a core focus. Look for opportunities to integrate security measures into broader IT initiatives, maximizing value and efficiency. By demonstrating how cybersecurity supports overall IT goals, you can ensure it’s not sidelined but embedded in your strategy.

Balancing cybersecurity with other IT projects in budget planning is essential for a robust strategy. Start by assessing risk levels to prioritize projects that pose the greatest potential security threats. Allocate a fixed portion of your IT budget to cybersecurity, ensuring it's not overlooked. Seek integrated solutions, such as cloud platforms with built-in security features, to optimize resources and enhance both cybersecurity and other initiatives. Regularly review and adjust allocations based on evolving threats.