While the past 12 months may appear calmer, for CISOs, this period marked the continued building of a perfect storm. Hybrid work, increased reliance on cloud technology, tighter budgets, greater regulatory compliance pressures and an ever-expanding attack surface have all contributed to the swirl. The advent of the rapid emergence of the ‘double-edge sword’ known as Generative AI has further complicated the landscape, lowering the bar for cybercriminals while increasing opportunity for business and security professionals alike.
CISOs now enjoy closer ties with key stakeholders, board members, and regulators, but this proximity brings higher stakes, more pressure, and heightened expectations. Amid flat or reduced budgets, they must achieve more with less, navigating an environment where shortcuts can lead to human error. Join us as we delve into Proofpoint's survey of 1,600 CISOs worldwide. We’ll explore the delicate balance between concern and confidence, the role of human-centric defenses, and the challenges of burnout, personal liability, and boardroom relationships.
Participate in this Power Series as our panel of experts discuss:
- Why CISOs are experiencing heightened concerns amidst growing confidence
- Why human error is the common and persistent vulnerability
- How they are addressing the double-edged sword that is AI