OPINION: The growing role of CISOs in cybersecurity governance

In today’s interconnected world, the importance of robust cybersecurity cannot be overstated. With an ever-expanding digital landscape, the role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) has evolved to become pivotal in ensuring the integrity, resilience, and compliance of an organisation’s cybersecurity infrastructure.

As guardians of data, privacy, and digital assets, CISOs are at the forefront of shaping the future of cybersecurity governance, effectively bridging the gap between technology and strategic business objectives.

In their strategic role, CISOs are also instrumental in adapting cybersecurity to the evolving digital landscape. This adaptability has proven crucial, as we’ve observed a surge in cloud adoption driven by the pandemic.

According to Gartner, global spending on security and risk management is projected to increase a further 14.3% from US$188.1 billion in 2023 to US$215 billion in 2024[1]; with this attributed to a convergence of factors including cloud vendor price adjustments and an increased uptick in cloud service utilisation[2]. Additionally, the rapid deployment of applications and technologies is occurring at an unprecedented rate, ushering in an era of…