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The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

By : David J. Gee
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The Aspiring CIO and CISO

The Aspiring CIO and CISO

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By: David J. Gee

Overview of this book

Explore the intricacies of CIO and CISO roles with The Aspiring CIO and CISO by David Gee. This book leverages Gee's 20+ years of digital and cyber leadership experience, providing real-world insights, making it a valuable resource for those navigating the evolving landscape of the C-suite. Tailored to entry-level, mid-level, and senior managers looking to advance to the C-suite, this book serves a unique purpose in the realm of career guidance. The narrative speaks directly to individuals uncertain about their readiness for CIO or CISO roles, offering a personal mentorship experience that goes beyond technicalities. Armed with insights into crafting a powerful 90-day plan, you'll be well-equipped to catapult into CIO or CISO roles successfully. Beyond technical proficiency, the book instills survival skills, ensuring longevity and helping you prevent burnout in these pivotal positions. Additionally, by mastering the art of brand development and soft skills, you'll grasp the interpersonal dynamics crucial for executive leadership. This book is an indispensable guide for ambitious professionals, offering foresight and empowerment to thrive in the digital age. By the end of this book, you'll emerge with strategic dexterity, confidently steering your career trajectory towards the C-suite.
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
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Part 1: Your Journey to Becoming a CIO or CISO
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Part 2: What to Do in the First 90 Days
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Part 3: Being the CIO or CISO
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Part 4: What’s Next in Your Career?

Summary

There is no honeymoon when you are the new CISO. It is incredibly important to get the first 90-day plan of the CISO right. There will be pressure to be on top of everything. It is therefore easy to get overwhelmed with activity.

Taking the time to work through their 90-day plan will help a CISO have a stronger probability of success in the role. While there is a much stronger focus on Process and Technology compared to the CIO 90-day plan, the CISO will still need to spend a considerable amount of time on People aspects.

The CISO will need to understand both the IT strategy and the cyber strategy and roadmap. These are strongly intertwined with priority and resource interdependencies. Also, there is a strong need to dive deeper into understanding technology and cyber controls. They also need to start building business relationships and there will be more time to invest in and build those relationships after the first 90 days.

There will be moments of truth where CISOs...

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