Discover essential reads for CISOs in this curated list of books covering cybersecurity leadership, risk management, zero trust, board communication, and more.
Why CISOs Fail, 2nd Edition
Author: Barak Engel
Barak Engel expands on the ideas from his original 2017 book, offering a fresh perspective on why security leaders struggle to make a lasting impact. With a central thesis that security is more about human behavior than technology, Engel challenges traditional views of cybersecurity management. This updated edition revisits key areas where CISOs often falter—spanning business enablement, sales, legal, compliance, technology, and executive leadership—while introducing new insights into the evolving landscape of security leadership.
In this edition, the author introduces two concepts: “digital shrinkage,” a novel way to assess and manage security risks, and the transition from CISO to CI/SO, a shift in mindset that redefines the role of security leadership. Presented in his signature conversational and humoristic style, this book is as entertaining as it is insightful.
The Business-Minded CISO: Run Your Security Program Efficiently
Author: Bryan C…
