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I'm thrilled to share that I have been recognised as the *"Star Cyber Defender of the Year"* This recognition is not just a personal milestone, but a testament to the dedication and passion I pour into the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. Throughout my career, I’ve learned that the best defences rely on not just technical know-how but on strategic thinking and an innovative mindset. Here are some best practices and approaches that have been pivotal in my journey: 1. Proactive Threat Hunting 2. Embracing Automation with Caution 3. Cross-Industry Collaboration 4. Adaptive Response Playbooks 5. Advanced Threat Intelligence Integration 6. Red Team/Blue Team Synergy 7. Tailored Training and Simulations 8. Never Stopping at ‘Good Enough’ 9. Ethical AI and so on…. Receiving this award motivates me to continue pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity and inspiring the next generation of cyber defenders. Also, To all aspiring defenders out there: stay vigilant, stay curious, and never underestimate the power of continuous learning and collaboration. #Cybersecurity #IncidentResponse #CyberDefender #CISO #CIO #CTO Jitendra Srivastava Tanuja Sri #CXO #Cyber #CyberDefence #Gratitude #DFIR #IR #CIOAxis #Infosec #DataProtection #DataPrivacy #Data #PeopleProcessTechnology #Technology #CyberTech #CyberRisk

Stubbornness is the antithesis of wisdom. I delineate between 'Grit' (strongly positive) and 'Stubbornness' (slightly negative). While both require perseverance, stubbornness rejects change, while grit embraces it. Wisdom requires an openness to change and adaptation. I would have limited myself and my career by being stubborn. Being a CISO and stubbornness are incompatible. Do you think delineating between and grit and stubbornness is valuable? #informationsecurity #riskmanagement #cybersecurity #ciso #cyberinsurance

Recently had the pleasure of joining Leo Cunningham, on the Decloaked Podcast to delve into crucial topics such as Cyber Risk Quantification, business connectivity, mental health, cultural challenges, storytelling, education, and so much more. We also explored the significance of storytelling, understanding individuals, and driving impactful changes. Additionally, I shared insights on cybersecurity history and the undisclosed challenges faced by CIOs. This episode is a must-listen for professionals in business or board positions looking to navigate organizational challenges effectively. I discuss bridging knowledge gaps, managing cybersecurity transformations, and provide valuable advice for CEOs, COOs, and more. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and strategies required to drive positive change within your organization. We cover the importance of KPIs and storytelling, OKR's. https://lnkd.in/e72DYYem #Cybersecurity #BusinessAlignment #CybersecurityGovernance #CyberRiskQuantification #CRQ #MentalHealth

The Information Security field, with its tight-knit community, has been my home for more than 35 years. Through my journey, I've gleaned invaluable insights crucial for success: - Uphold Unwavering Ethics: Your reputation stands as your most precious possession. - Align Cybersecurity with Business Goals: Go beyond shielding—empower and propel your organization's objectives. - Maintain Concentration: While career hurdles may arise, retain a clear strategic outlook. To my peers in the security realm: Your honesty, sense of purpose, and alignment with business objectives will set you apart in your professional trajectory. #AccessPointConsulting #APC #Ethics #VPthoughts #CyberSecurity #ProfessionalGrowth #InformationSecurity #CareerAdvice #CISSP #C|CISO #CHSE

Word on the street is that the CISO job market has softened considerably. We explore that and what we've heard on Episode 10 of The Adversarial Podcast this morning, along with quantum computing, cyber risk quantification, bug/beg bounties, and more. We even squeeze in the topic of AI screen readers breaking "zoom only" previews of embargoed intelligence. adversarial.com/podcast #cyber #ciso #vciso #cybersecurity #quantum #adversarial #risk #bounty #threatintelligence

Happy holidays - and thankyou!! What can you do to invest $100 in your cybersecurity or privacy career or the career of others these days that would make such an impact? THANKYOU to so many of you that has made CISO COMPASS the #1 best selling cybersecurity book by Taylor & Francis Group each of the past 5 years. We also released #1 best selling (2024) privacy book, THE PRIVACY LEADER COMPASS co-authored with Dr. Valerie Lyons (PhD, MBs, BSc, CISSP, CDPSE, CIPPe) . This has happened from selling books from my car as shown in the video and by word of mouth :) Get yourself, your teams, or someone whose career you want to invest in a present with these structured , business-oriented roadmaps with insights from over 140 top CISOs, CPOs, and industry leaders across the books. The privacy leadership book would be a great gift for cisos to give their CPOs or DPOs and vice versa to start a conversation. Link in comments below. Thanks for your continuous support. #cyberleadership #privacy #cisos #ciso #cybersecurity #dataprotection #isaca #issa #cyberriskalliance #dataprotection #generativeai #law #rsac

I resonate with B. H. Liddell Hart quote: “𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘴 - 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵.” Captain Basil Henry Liddell Hart (31 October 1895 – 29 January 1970), was a British soldier, military historian, and military theorist. He wrote a series of military histories that proved influential among strategists. As of today, most CISOs and industry thought leaders agree that: 1) It’s not about technology. It’s about people and processes. 2) Executives and board members should be aligned. 3) Cyber business risk should be monitored 24/7. 4) NIST CSF 2.0 is a good approach to reduce risk. 5) A single pane of glass is the dream of every CISO. Yet,  1) Most CISOs are technology oriented. 2) Executives are not aligned due to CISOs' inability to translate the technology stack to business terms. 3) Firefighting is the norm. And stress and chaos. 4) NIST Governance and Identify sections are underutilized. 5) CISOs' cyber programs are either missing or not followed. 6) Breaches are increasing exponentially. The old game: Tactical Security. The new game: Strategic Security. Dear Industry Colleagues / thought leaders - what else should happen in order “𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘭𝘥 idea 𝘰𝘶𝘵”? Any idea? Is it because everyone enjoys the current status from a financial perspective? Is it because of a lack of knowledge? Do I miss something? I will greatly appreciate getting your opinions: Marius Poskus, Ian Schneller, Matthew Rosenquist, Greg van der Gaast, Ross Haleliuk, Yaron Levi, Jason James , CISM , C/CISO Holly Foxcroft Jasmine Eskenzi Hazel McPherson Lisa Ventura MBE Rob Plummer Agwu Nwoke Keith Price Samantha Rule Randall Frietzsche Arun DeSouza Richard Greenberg, CISSP Anupam Misra Dmitri Alperovitch Darren Argyle Bret Arsenault 👉🏼 Gerald Auger, Ph.D. Jessica Barker MBE PhD Jerich Beason Charlie Bell Chuck Brooks Kip Boyle John HammondNaomi Buckwalter Bob Carver Dr Magda Chelly Steve Cobb Diane M. Janosek, PhD, JD Dan Lohrmann Mark Lynd Shira Rubinoff✔Richard Stiennon Bob Fabien "BZ" Zinga (版主) 🇺🇸🇺🇦 Comments! #ciso #cybersecurity #riskmanagement #cyberprogram #cisoteria

🚨 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 - 𝗔 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 🚨 Every business, no matter the size, can be vulnerable to these hidden risks. 🛡️ This is why proactive security isn’t just a luxury—it’s a 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆. I’m committed to helping business owners understand and overcome these challenges.  Want to stay ahead of cyber threats?  Check comments 👇 #AI #CostOptimization #CloudSecurity #ETCISO #BoardGovernance #preitygupta #CostSavvySecureCloud #preityguptasecurebiz #Boarddirectors #boardmembers #CybersecurityAwareness #BusinessResilience #CostOptimization #InnovationLeadership #business #businessowners #founders #founder #security #growth #ciso #cio #cto #ceo #CXO #cybersecurity #strategy #leadership #motivation

🚨 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 - 𝗔 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 🚨 Every business, no matter the size, can be vulnerable to these hidden risks. 🛡️ This is why proactive security isn’t just a luxury—it’s a 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆. I’m committed to helping business owners understand and overcome these challenges.  Want to stay ahead of cyber threats?  Check comments 👇 #AI #CostOptimization #CloudSecurity #ETCISO #BoardGovernance #preitygupta #CostSavvySecureCloud #preityguptasecurebiz #Boarddirectors #boardmembers #CybersecurityAwareness #BusinessResilience #CostOptimization #InnovationLeadership #business #businessowners #founders #founder #security #growth #ciso #cio #cto #ceo #CXO #cybersecurity #strategy #leadership #motivation

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