What is the interview process like for CISOs?

In this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with repeat guest, Gary Hayslip, CISO at SoftBank Investment Advisors and co-author of CISO Desk Reference guide. Gary explains that the varied nature of his current CISO role contrasts with the broader industry trends. He discusses how that nature plays into the CISO hiring process and career path, as well as how his books are helping to bridge the gap among professionals. 

Impactful Moments:

00:00 – Welcome 

00:59 – Introducing guest, Gary Hayslip 

01:38 – The Path to Becoming a CISO 

08:04 – CSO vs CISO 

10:47 – “I’m firing you…” 

15:03 – Interviewing for the CISO role 

17:56 – Join Our Mastermind 

18:39 – Being ‘Mr. Maybe’ 

21:41 – CISO- A Day in the Life 

24:50 – Using Books to Pave the Way 

 

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Third Edition of the CISO Desk Reference Guide, Volume 1 and 2 released together

CISO DRG Publishing is pleased to announce publication of the third edition of the CISO Desk Reference Guide: A Practical Guide for CISOs, Volume 1 and 2, by Bill Bonney, Gary Hayslip, and Matt Stamper, co-founders of CISO DRG Publishing. We wrote the Guide as a foundational reference for CISOs. The third edition has been updated with new insights and updated references along with new chapters on emerging technologies (Chapter 12 in Volume 2) and cyber liability insurance (Chapter 7 in Volume 1).

As a guide written specifically for CISOs, we hope Volumes 1 and 2 of the CISO Desk Reference Guide become trusted resources for you, your teams, and your colleagues in the C-suite. Congratulations, Bill, Gary, and Matt, and thank you for updating this important work.

 

Second edition of The Essential Guide to Cybersecurity for SMBs: Practical Advice for CISOs at Small and Medium Size Businesses

CISO DRG Publishing is pleased to announce publication of the second edition of The Essential Guide to Cybersecurity for SMBs: Practical Advice for CISOs at Small and Medium Size Businesses, by Gary Hayslip, co-founder of CISO DRG Publishing.

Gary wrote the first edition of The Essential Guide to Cybersecurity for SMBs in February of 2020, and this book has been a wonderful resource to cybersecurity professions and small and medium size businesses. If the three years since the first edition came out have taught us anything, it’s that smaller firms now have just as big a target and the experience Gary shares has never been timelier.

The second edition has been updated with new insights and updated references. Congratulations, Gary, and thank you for updating this important work.

SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED: CYBER DEFENDERS @ RSA CONFERENCE

InfraGard National Members Alliance is pleased to announce our instructors and speakers for Cyber Defenders, presented in partnership with RSA Conference.

During this immersive two-day workshop, receive briefings from the FBI’s cyber and counterintelligence divisions, explore cyber laws shaping the regulatory environment, and discuss what constitutes ‘reasonable security’ with two experts who literally wrote the book on the subject. Sessions focused on leveraging threat intelligence and implementing effective insider-threat programs will provide attendees with practical steps they can take to manage risk in their organizations. #InfraGard

View the agenda at https://lnkd.in/gAhzbaRj

Register by the March 10 deadline at https://lnkd.in/gaKiiJZG

 

 

Information Governance Leadership Summit

Information Governance Leadership Summit:
March 30 & 31
San Diego, California

Attendance includes: 2 Workshops, breakfasts, lunches, breaks, 2 signed books & a networking reception

Click here to register!

About the Agenda

Day 1: Drafting Effective IG Policies
Effective Policy Writing has been cited by IG pros in recent research as a top priority and key to successful IG programs. Day One of the 2nd Annual CIGO Association “Information Governance Leadership Summit” will bring together IG leaders from around the world for a deep dive with renowned policy expert Lewis Eisen, author of, “Respectful Policies and Directives: How to Write Rules People Want to Follow.”

Networking Reception

To close the first day, we will hold a Networking Reception at the hotel, with appetizers and an open bar. We want to encourage forming bonds and long-term business relationships to help advance careers, and the field of IG.

Day 2: Privacy Program Management and Info Risk Management

Privacy & Cybersecurity expert, Justine Phillips, Partner at the major law firm DLA Piper, along with Cybersecurity expert Matt Stamper, CIPP/US, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, QTE, the “CISO to CISOs” will present a two-part workshop on Privacy Program Management, and Information Risk Management, based on their book, “Data Privacy Program Guide: How to Build a Privacy Program the Inspires Trust.”

We will also have a panel discussion of leading experts in IG and InfoRisk.

Cost: $1495, includes all materials, meals, reception, and breaks.

14 hours of Continuing Education Units approved by CIGO Association

Seating is limited. So register today.

Second edition of Creating a Small Business Cybersecurity Program: A Non-Technical Guide for Small Business Owners.

CISO DRG is pleased to announce publication of the second edition of Creating a Small Business Cybersecurity Program: A Non-Technical Guide for Small Business Owners.

After the first edition of this book was initially published in July 2020, using the CIS Controls® version 7.1, the CIS Controls® underwent a major update to version 8, issued in May 2021. The new version emphasizes the three Implementation Groups and expanded Implementation Group 1 (IG1), which applies primarily to small-to-medium businesses (SMBs). Another change in v.8 is having only 18 primary controls rather than 20. The Controls v.7.1 started with 43 Safeguards for IG1, then through revision, realignment, or incorporation into other Safeguards; IG1 v.8 has 56 Safeguards. These Safeguards are the key to achieving the security objectives identified in the overall CIS Controls®.

This Second Edition has incorporated the v.8 Safeguards into the book’s content, so that small business owners can follow simple, step-by-step approach to implementing these new safeguards in their company. Other changes are also included in the edition to bring the information up-to-date and provide new guidance on best industry practices.