Who exactly owns cybersecurity in your organisation?
Authored by Dan Bleakman
Many would say the answer is obvious. It’s the chief information security officer (CISO) and his or her team, of course. However, it’s not that simple. Sure, the CISO and their team are responsible for setting the strategy and executing on the cyber plan. But, with a multitude of security challenges thrown at them each day, it requires a proactive and informed approach that goes beyond the core cyber team.
Cyber ownership can often be overlooked or misunderstood within an organization. Responsibility and accountability should not rest solely on the CISO's shoulders. And while the IT department will also have a role to play, security responsibilities must be ingrained in the culture of the entire organization. They should include each responsible asset owner, not forgetting that data is also an asset.
Cultivating a culture of cybersecurity ownership empowers security leaders, IT professionals, and decision-makers to navigate security challenges effectively. This approach not only strengthens your organisation's security posture but also positions security as an enabler of innovation and digitalisation. The more eyes there are on security within your business, the greater the ability of your cyber teams to strive for increasing levels of maturity and a stronger overall security posture.
Redefine Organisational Responsibility
While cybersecurity teams or IT departments maintain control, everyone in the organisation plays a role. Executives and management must take charge and set the tone by prioritising cybersecurity as a business objective. They should work from the top-down to develop policies and frameworks, with the cyber teams or IT department responsible for implementing and enforcing them. By allocating resources, establishing policies, and promoting a security-conscious culture, leadership sends a powerful message that ..
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