Expanding the role of a CISO

The role of a CISO has been expanding with the changing needs of many business operations. Technology has been changing quickly, leading to businesses having to adapt to their new environment. Many businesses are adopting the internet space and are utilizing this to expand their businesses. Within the internet space, businesses are interacting with other businesses and conducting many transactions on the internet platform. Customers interacting in the digital space provide businesses with personal data, as well as financial information that can be targeted by attackers. A CISO has become a necessity, with more businesses going online not only to promote and advertise their business but also as a means to carry out their business. The online space has become an important channel for business transactions, with thousands of online e-commerce sites sprouting up by the day.

The CISO role has traditionally only dealt with keeping information and systems secure...