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February 2, 2025
CISOs Rise in Influence as Cybersecurity Takes Center Stage
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are increasingly recognized as vital to organizational leadership, with a recent Splunk survey indicating that 82% now report directly to CEOs, up from 47% in 2023. This trend underscores the growing importance of cybersecurity, driving CISOs to improve their communication and understanding of business metrics. Despite this shift, many CISOs find their roles more challenging, with 53% citing increased job difficulties. Historically positioned lower in the hierarchy, CISOs often experienced high turnover due to limited agency. The current cybersecurity landscape demands their involvement in strategic decision-making, yet many still face challenges in securing adequate budgets, with only 29% reporting sufficient funding to counter current threats.

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