A New Era: Embracing the Role of Digital Risk & Resilience
In the rapidly evolving landscape of governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC), information security is undergoing a significant transformation. This evolution reflects the growing complexity and interconnectedness of digital risks that organizations face today. As businesses become increasingly reliant on digital technologies, the traditional responsibilities of the CISO are expanding, giving rise to digital risk and resilience management.
The Traditional CISO: A Foundation in Security
The CISO role was born out of the need to protect organizational assets in a digital world. The primary mission was clear: safeguard the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems against cyber threats. This role has been crucial in implementing security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data encryption to defend against potential breaches. Over time, the CISO’s responsibilities expanded to include compliance with regulatory requirements, vendor risk management, and data privacy.
However, as the digital landscape has . . .
[The rest of this blog can be read on the Riskonnect blog, where GRC 20/20’s Michael Rasmussen is a Guest Blogger]