A Day in the Life of a CISO: Personal Mentorship from 24+ Battle-Tested CISOs — Mentoring We Never Got

Explore the evolving field of cybersecurity leadership and gain real-world insights from top security leaders on strategy, communication, and resilience to excel as a CISO in today's digital landscape.

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Key Features

Gain practical perspectives from global CISOs on cyber transformation, risk management, and career growth
Explore AI threats, building resilient teams, cyber strategy, communication skills, and breach recovery
Equip yourself to lead effectively while adapting to evolving cyber challenges
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Book Description

As cyber threats become more complex, effective cybersecurity leadership calls for more than technical expertise; it requires strategic thinking, resilient leadership, and deft communication skills. A Day in the Life of a CISO brings together candid insights from some of the world’s most accomplished CISOs and cybersecurity executives.

With invaluable guidance on managing emerging threats, balancing risk and business needs, leading through crisis, and building elite security teams, this book is a practical, real-world guide for professionals looking to elevate their cybersecurity careers or transition into leadership roles. You’ll benefit from the collective wisdom and hard-earned experiences of 29 contributors representing leading organizations worldwide, and learn how to craft cyber strategies, manage vulnerabilities, lead transformations, and develop long-lasting careers in cybersecurity.

Whether you are an aspiring CISO, a current security leader, or a business executive seeking a deeper understanding of cybersecurity leadership, this book offers you the knowledge and inspiration to thrive in an increasingly challenging digital world.
What you will learn

Adapt security strategies to manage emerging threats, including AI-driven risks
Build and execute cyber strategies while balancing business needs and budget constraints
Discover effective leadership and communication techniques critical for CISOs
Implement talent development strategies for building a resilient cybersecurity team
Learn from real-world incidents, including how to recover after breaches
Explore career development pathways for cybersecurity professionals, including alternative and non-traditional paths to CISO roles

Who this book is for

This book is for aspiring cybersecurity leaders and managers, as well as current CISOs seeking to sharpen their leadership and strategic skills.

IT and risk management professionals transitioning into cybersecurity leadership roles and business executives and board members interested in cybersecurity governance will also find this book useful.
Table of Contents

Sunrise on a New Day
Hand-to-Hand Combat with Lazarus
Priorities for the New CISO
Cyber Threat Intelligence That Is Actionable
How I Got to Be CISO
The Journey to CISO - from Humble Beginnings to Leadership
Stepping Up into a Global Role
Diverse Paths to Cybersecurity Leadership
Overcoming Doubt
How to Defend with Less
Being Brilliant at the Basics
A CISO in Japan
Navigating the C-Suite, Board and DOPE Dynamics
Systems Thinking for CISOs
The CISO as a Change Agent
Alternative Career Paths to Consider
So, You Got Fired
Rebuilding after a Breach
Cyber Strategy That Makes a Difference
Do's and Don'ts for CISOs
Developing Cyber Talent
Managing Critical Vulnerabilities