threat-intel Hired for One Job, Judged on Another: The CISO’s Real Problem CISOs often struggle to demonstrate their value to a board of directors, who tend to prioritize cost, growth, and customer trust over technical security achievements. Instead of focusing on preventing breaches (which is difficult to prove), CISOs should shift their approach to align security efforts with business outco… SecurityWeek · 6d ago Medium cisosecurity-strategybusiness-alignment
threat-intel CISO Conversations: Nico Waisman – From Self-Taught Hacker to AI-Driven Offensive Security at XBOW Nico Waisman’s cybersecurity journey is a remarkable and almost accidental one, beginning with a childhood fascination with hacking in Argentina and culminating in his current role as CISO at XBOW, a company specializing… SecurityWeek · Aug 18, 2026 High ARcybersecurityoffensive-securityai
threat-intel Mission-Driven Security: Inside a Global Bank's Defense This article explores the evolving role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Standard Chartered, a global bank. The piece highlights Cezary Piekarski's journey from a technical background to a strategic le… Dark Reading · Aug 14, 2026 High cisocybersecuritybanking
threat-intel CISO Conversation: Russ Kirby – Passion Is the Antidote to Burnout Russ Kirby, a CISO with extensive experience at companies like Ping Identity, Creditsafe, and ForgeRock, attributes his success and longevity in cybersecurity to a deep passion for the field and a proactive approach to c… SecurityWeek · Aug 4, 2026 High cisoburnoutai
threat-intel Is There Really a Fix for CISO Fatigue? The study reveals a significant and persistent issue within the cybersecurity industry: CISO fatigue. Driven by a lack of influence on business decisions, a fragmented technology stack, and a reliance on metrics that inc… Dark Reading · Aug 3, 2026 High cisocybersecurityburnout
threat-intel Former Citigroup CISO Blauner on What Makes A Great Security Leader This article focuses on the evolving role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the increasing importance of operational resilience in cybersecurity. It highlights how AI is reshaping the field and emphasi… Dark Reading · Jul 28, 2026 Info cisocybersecurityleadership
threat-intel Assaf Keren Appointed New CISO of Meta Assaf Keren is taking over as Meta's CISO, replacing Guy Rosen after 13 years at the company. He brings a wealth of experience from PayPal and Qualtrics, focusing on building trust and security at scale for Meta’s massiv… SecurityWeek · Jul 23, 2026 Info cisocybersecurityleadership
threat-intel CISOs Feel the Heat Over AI Risk CISOs are facing increased pressure and job insecurity due to the rapid and often chaotic adoption of AI within companies. A recent Splunk survey revealed that 26% of top security executives are considering leaving their… Dark Reading · Jul 20, 2026 High aicybersecurityrisk
threat-intel Why Identity Security Is Your Cyber Career Entry Point This Dark Reading article, part of their ‘Heard It From a CISO’ video series, discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity career entry points. It highlights that while AI is automating certain tasks, human oversigh… Dark Reading · Jun 30, 2026 Medium aicybersecurityidentity security
threat-intel Do CISOs Need a Code of Ethics? This article discusses the potential need for a code of ethics for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) due to concerns about self-dealing and prioritizing personal gain over organizational security. Robert "RSnak… Dark Reading · Jun 24, 2026 Medium cisoethicsvendor influence
threat-intel CISO Conversations: Carl Froggett – Combining CISO and CIO at Deep Instinct This SecurityWeek article details Carl Froggett’s career transition from a technology engineering background at Citi to becoming a CISO, highlighting his combined CISO and CIO role. Froggett emphasizes the interconnected… SecurityWeek · Jun 23, 2026 Medium cisociocybersecurity
threat-intel Zoom CISO: AI as Security Enabler, Not Role-Replacer This article features an interview with Sandra McLeod, CISO at Zoom, discussing the evolving role of AI in cybersecurity. McLeod emphasizes that AI should be viewed as an enabler for security teams, automating repetitive… Dark Reading · Jun 2, 2026 Medium aisecurityautomation
