How CISOs Can Secure Board Communication
In a world where cybercrime is rising board members who are mission-driven face major challenges in achieving their goals. As such, effective communication and strong relationships between board members is critical to ensuring the long-term success of an organisation.
The increased focus on cybersecurity and increasing regulatory requirements put pressure on board secretaries general counsels, and chief information security officers (CISOs) to improve communication with board members. However, despite their best efforts many governance professionals struggle to keep board communications organized and secure. It’s not uncommon for sensitive internal governance communications are delivered through insecure channels for communication such as personal email. This puts organizations at risk of data breaches and regulatory penalties.
It is important that CISOs take steps to implement board-management solutions that permit private and group communication, as well as collaboration. This involves implementing a board portal software that is user-friendly and mobile-friendly. It is also necessary to utilize video conference tools that enable reliable and secure virtual meetings. Instant messaging platforms and document collaboration tools are important in creating efficient and productive interactions between board members.
CISOs are also required to present their reports in a professional manner to the board in order to make sure that cybersecurity is communicated to the bottom line. For instance, instead saying that there is a high risk of a cyber breach and then stating that it could cost the company X dollars. This helps put the issue in context and creates a more productive discussion about the best way to proceed.