"The modern cybersecurity program will be as critical as reporting on sales revenues (or losses) in monthly and/or quarterly reporting to executives, the Board of Directors, investors, and partners," says Demetrios Lazarikos, who goes by Laz.
During his keynote at SecureWorld Philadelphia on March 28th, he’ll be talking about “Building and Nurturing Modern Cybersecurity Risk Programs.”
And he’s drawing on deep experience.
He’s a three-time former CISO at vArmour, Sears, and Silver Tail. He also spent time as the VP of Strategic Initiatives at ReddShell Corporation (acquired by TrustWave), and he is a former PCI QSA.
So, what, exactly, does a "modern cybersecurity risk" program look like? We asked him about that.
"A modern cybersecurity program must have board and executive level visibility, funding, and support. The modern cybersecurity program also includes reporting on multiple topics: understanding how threats impact revenues and the company brand, sales enablement, brand protection, IP protection, and understanding cyber risk," says Laz.
"Additionally, how do I sift through the increase of cybersecurity tools that appear to be a 'silver bullet' while managing the day-to-day functions of my cybersecurity program?"
Laz believes there is great opportunity for InfoSec leaders right now.
Chances are increasing that you have the attention of your executive staff and the board. Now you must position your cybersecurity program for success and funding for 2018 and beyond.
You will walk away from his session with a sense of how you can grow your program and take advantage of the spotlight that is shining on cybersecurity.
Join your peers at the 15th annual SecureWorld cybersecurity conference at the Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel on March 28-29, 2018.
You can see the updated agenda, view attendee levels, and register for a powerful day of learning and networking that is focused on the future of cybersecurity and leadership.