C is for Change : The evolving role of the CISO and how it impacts startups

C is for Change : The evolving role of the CISO and how it impacts startups

Conference | English

Wednesday, June 28th, 2023

13:30-14:00

- Smolarz Auditorium

About

 

The role of CISO has remarkably transformed as enterprise security perimeters grow in size and complexity. This means that the way startups pitch needs to change, too.

Far from the end-users of yesterday, today's CISOs are influential decision-makers leading efforts across multiple departments—such as engineering, legal and privacy. Responding directly to the Board, they face more pressure to champion business interests alongside their other responsibilities. Which essential skills do today’s CISO need to effectively tackle emerging cybersecurity challenges? Has the nature of engagement between CISOs and startups changed? Has tightened security budgets affected the way startups pitch their product—or how they build their product? What new challenges do they face when dealing with human factor in cybersecurity breaches—and what kind of solutions are they looking for?Join this panel of industry-leading CISOs and entrepreneurs as they share their insights, strategies and success stories, highlighting valuable tools to adapt, innovate, and thrive in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

IN ASSOCIATION WITH: