Companies are pouring unprecedented resources into safeguarding their data and assets, yet the frequency of cyberattacks continues to escalate. The solution lies not in technology alone but in sound governance initiated by the board. Cybersecurity cannot be relegated to IT departments; it must encompass all organizational aspects, including operations, strategies, products, and intellectual property. Boards are ideally positioned to oversee necessary strategic changes and ensure accountability. However, many boards are unprepared for this critical role. In this guide, seasoned experts Thomas Parenty and Jack Domet offer a clear and actionable framework to empower senior executives and board members in their cybersecurity stewardship. Key elements include understanding and controlling cyber risks, crisis planning and leadership, promoting cybersecurity as a companywide initiative, addressing nontechnical factors that affect cybersecurity effectiveness, and aligning priorities among the board, executive leadership, and cybersecurity teams. Packed with tools, best practices, and strategies, this guide equips boards to navigate the complex yet essential shift in cybersecurity governance, ensuring that organizations are better prepared to face the evolving threat landscape.
