Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is the executive responsible for an organization's information security strategy and implementation. They protect sensitive data and systems from cyber threats and ensure compliance with regulations. The CISO builds security policies, leads security teams, and advises top management on risk management. In an era of increasing cyberattacks, the CISO plays a crucial role in safeguarding the organization’s digital assets, both to prevent data breaches and to maintain trust with customers and partners. Essentially, they are the architect of a company’s defense against cyber threats.