Boardroom Cybersecurity

eBook Details:

• Paperback: 340 pages
• Publisher: WOW! eBook (October 24, 2024)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8868807848
• ISBN-13: 978-8868807848

eBook Description:

Boardroom Cybersecurity: A Director’s Guide to Mastering Cybersecurity Fundamentals

This Boardroom Cybersecurity: A Director’s Guide to Mastering Cybersecurity Fundamentals book delves into the critical realm of cyber security, specifically focusing on the ever-present threats that can cripple your organization. We will dissect real-world attacks methods and mitigation strategies, analyze industry and regulatory requirements as they impact your boardroom decisions, and expose the vulnerabilities that leave organizations susceptible to data breaches.

But why should cyber security be a top priority for CEOs, directors, and board members? A successful cyber-attack can be catastrophic. Beyond financial losses, data breaches can erode customer trust, damage brand reputation, disrupt critical operations, and even lead to legal ramifications for the board and for directors, such as regulatory fines and lawsuits.

This book empowers you to make informed decisions for your organization regarding cyber risk. We will equip you to not only understand the evolving threat landscape and the potential impact of an attack, but also to proactively reduce and mitigate those risks. This knowledge will ensure you fulfill your reporting obligations and demonstrate strong corporate governance in the face of ever-present cyber threats.

What You Will Learn:

• Typical methods employed by cybercriminal gangs.
• Board and management responsibilities and obligations.
• Common governance principles and standards.
• What are the cybersecurity frameworks and how do they work together?
• Best practices for developing a cybersecurity strategy.
• Understanding penetration testing reports and compliance audits.
• Tips for reading and understanding the audit report.

The digital age presents immense opportunities, but it also demands a heightened awareness of cyber security risks. This Boardroom Cybersecurity: A Director’s Guide to Mastering Cybersecurity Fundamentals book is your roadmap to navigating this complex landscape, understanding your obligations as a director or board member, and ensuring your organization remains secure and thrives in this increasingly digital world.