Overview
Companies are investing an unprecedented amount of money to keep their data and assets safe, yet cyberattacks are on the rise--and the problem is worsening. No amount of technology, resources, or policies will reverse this trend. Only sound governance, originating with the board, can turn the tide. Protection against cyberattacks can't be treated as a problem solely belonging to an IT or cybersecurity department. It needs to cast a wide and impenetrable net that covers everything an organization does--from its business operations, models, and strategies to its products and intellectual property. And boards are in the best position to oversee the needed changes to strategy and hold their companies accountable. Not surprisingly, many boards aren't prepared to assume this responsibility. In A Leader's Guide to Cybersecurity , Thomas Parenty and Jack Domet, who've spent over three decades in the field, present a timely, clear-eyed, and actionable framework that will empower senior executives and board members to become stewards of their companies' cybersecurity activities. This includes: Understanding cyber risks and how best to control them Planning and preparing for a crisis--and leading in its aftermath Making cybersecurity a companywide initiative and responsibility Drawing attention to the nontechnical dynamics that influence the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures Aligning the board, executive leadership, and cybersecurity teams on priorities Filled with tools, best practices, and strategies, A Leader's Guide to Cybersecurity will help boards navigate this seemingly daunting but extremely necessary transition. Thomas J. Parenty is an international cybersecurity and privacy expert who, over the course of more than 35 years, has worked at the National Security Agency, testified multiple times before the U.S. Congress and advised government agencies and corporations across the globe. He is a cofounder of cybersecurity firm Archefact Group and author of the HBR Press book Digital Defense. Jack J. Domet is a management expert with more than 25 years experience in helping multinational corporations adapt to shifts in technology, globalization, and consumerism through organizational change. He is a cofounder of cybersecurity firm Archefact Group, where he focuses on building leadership and organizational capabilities in digital stewardship.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781633697997
- ISBN-10: 1633697991
- Publisher: Harvard Business Review Press
- Publish Date: December 2019
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
- Page Count: 240
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