Summary

In conclusion, using risk management is imperative to creating a holistic information security program. You can’t be 100% secure or have 0% risk. Balancing your controls with your organization’s budget is required. It’s very important to keep senior-level management updated on your security program. If your security and risk management program does not have the support of senior-level management, then it won’t get the budget or resources necessary to be successful. Getting buy-in from top-level management is critical in getting funding and support for your initiatives. One of the best ways to get this support is to align your security program with your organization’s mission and goals. Top companies such as Salesforce and Apple have done this successfully.

In summary, security and risk management is a continuous process that involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks to an organization’s assets. It requires making...