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ANALYSIS
In the face of this pressure , protecting a business and continuing to drive growth can be a daunting task for any CIO .
Similarly , a CIO must be aware of emerging cybersecurity technologies and actively invest in advanced solutions such as next-generation firewalls , intrusion detection systems , endpoint protection and security analytics platforms to strengthen the organisation ’ s defence posture . They should also conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and remediate vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors .
augmenting human capabilities and mitigating the impact of cyberattacks .
For CIOs in this environment , the imperative to get things right for the business has never been greater and we should look for tools , techniques and perhaps most importantly , training that can help us wield AI rather than it be wielded against us .
Simple steps to success
In the face of this pressure , protecting a business and continuing to drive growth can be a daunting task for any CIO . But there are some general tips to follow which are useful no matter the technology or threat that one may come across .
Firstly , staying informed about the latest cybersecurity threats , trends and best practices through regular training , conferences and industry publications . As CIOs , we must ensure that ourselves and our teams are aware of the latest developments and best practices , to keep our defences sharp in the face of growing threats . It ’ s also vital that we spread this awareness among the business user , as they say the human is always the weakest link in cybersecurity – so preparing colleagues for threats like phishing and deepfakes will become essential practice .
Finally , a CIO must be prepared for anything , developing and regularly updating an incident response plan that covers procedures for detecting , responding to and recovering from security incidents . It ’ s up to us to champion cybersecurity initiatives at the executive level and advocate for adequate planning , resources and budget to support cybersecurity as a key business-critical priority .
Changing role , increasing importance
As CIOs , our job roles are more encompassing than ever . But despite the mounting responsibilities of their job roles , CIOs have ample reasons to maintain optimism in the face of evolving challenges .
Embracing cybersecurity as a responsibility for the CIO not only enhances an organisation ’ s resilience to digital threats but also presents an opportunity for us to lead the way in innovation and strategic leadership .
The dynamic nature of cybersecurity continually also presents opportunities for learning and growth , enabling CIOs to develop new skills , stay at the forefront of technological advancements , and drive meaningful change within their organisations .
So , whilst threats may be increasing , so too will our capabilities and influences within our organisation . It ’ s for that reason that we should embrace our changing roles and look forward to steering our businesses through the storms ahead .
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