Aligning Security and Strategy with a CISO and BISO
This online fireside chat will cover the benefits of having both a CISO and a BISO and how it ensures alignment between security priorities and business goals, strengthens risk posture, and enhances communication between technical teams and business units.
As cybersecurity threats become increasingly sophisticated and digital integration deepens across business operations, organizations are continuing to recognize the importance of aligning enterprise security with broader business objectives.
This fireside chat brings together Amtrak’s CISO and BISO to explore the benefits of a CISO / BISO partnership within an organization. Together, they will discuss how having both a CISO and a BISO ensures alignment between security priorities and business goals, strengthens risk posture, and enhances communication between technical teams and business units.
Defining the Roles:
- Brief overview of the differentiator between each role
- How responsibilities are distinct yet complementary
Why Both Roles Are Needed:
- CISOs focus on enterprise-wide security strategy, risk, and governance.
- BISOs act as translators and liaisons between security and specific business units.
The Power of Partnership
- How CISOs and BISOs collaborate to align cybersecurity goals with business objectives.
- Real-world examples from within the company: challenges, successes, and unexpected wins.
- Avoiding silos: the importance of shared vision and mutual trust.
Driving Business Value
- How a strong CISO-BISO relationship drives better decision-making.
Building the Right Team
- Skills and characteristics of a successful BISO.
- How to structure the reporting relationship for optimal impact.
- Encouraging internal collaboration between security, IT, and business leaders.
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FAQs
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