A Leader's Guide to Cybersecurity: Why Boards Need to Lead--and How to Do It by

Description: A Leader's Guide to Cybersecurity by Thomas J. Parenty, Jack J. Domet Companies are investing an unprecedented amount of money to keep their data and assets safe, yet cyberattacks are on the rise--and the problem is worsening. No amount of technology, resources, or policies will reverse this trend. Only sound governance, originating with the board, can turn the tide. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Companies are investing an unprecedented amount of money to keep their data and assets safe, yet cyberattacks are on the rise--and the problem is worsening. No amount of technology, resources, or policies will reverse this trend. Only sound governance, originating with the board, can turn the tide.Protection against cyberattacks cant be treated as a problem solely belonging to an IT or cybersecurity department. It needs to cast a wide and impenetrable net that covers everything an organization does--from its business operations, models, and strategies to its products and intellectual property. And boards are in the best position to oversee the needed changes to strategy and hold their companies accountable. Not surprisingly, many boards arent prepared to assume this responsibility.In A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity, Thomas Parenty and Jack Domet, whove spent over three decades in the field, present a timely, clear-eyed, and actionable framework that will empower senior executives and board members to become stewards of their companies cybersecurity activities. This includes:Understanding cyber risks and how best to control themPlanning and preparing for a crisis - and leading in its aftermathMaking cybersecurity a companywide initiative and responsibilityDrawing attention to the nontechnical dynamics that influence the effectiveness of cybersecurity measuresAligning the board, executive leadership, and cybersecurity teams on prioritiesFilled with tools, best practices, and strategies, A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity will help boards navigate this seemingly daunting but extremely necessary transition. Author Biography Thomas Parenty has more than three decades of international cybersecurity experience, starting with employment at the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA), where he worked on protecting the U.S. nuclear arsenal from foreign cyberattacks. Parenty has testified five times before the U.S. Congress on encryption, national security, law enforcement, and the global competitiveness of technology companies. In addition to cofounding Archefact Group, Parenty has contributed greatly to the public discourse on cybersecurity, helping to provide clarity and direction in this complex domain as a writer, lecturer, and speaker. He has been interviewed extensively on the cyber risks businesses face in publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal and New York Times to the Economist and South China Morning Post. Harvard Business School Press published his earlier book, Digital Defense: What You Should Know About Protecting Your Companys Assets.Jack Domet cofounded Archefact Group with the goal of fundamentally improving the way the world addresses cybersecurity and risk. In service of this mission, he helps boards and management teams understand and implement the necessary changes to their organizations, cultures, and capabilities in order to effectively oversee and manage the cyber risks their organizations face. Domet has led Archefact Group from its infancy to a multimillion-dollar global practice with offices in Hong Kong and San Francisco.You can visit the authors at:linkedin.com/in/thomasparenty/linkedin.com/in/jackdomet/ Review "The Leaders Guide is direct, concise, and clear with regards to applying its major principles." -- Erik Costlow, InfoQ"So Easy, Even A CEO Can Understand It: A Call For Greater Clarity In Cybersecurity" -- Joe McKendrick, Forbes"A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity clearly outlines the cybersecurity issues boards face today and provides a practical guide for board governance and action. The massive financial damage caused by recent cyberattacks clearly demonstrates the need for board and executive involvement and preparation. This book should be required reading for every board member." -- Jan Leschly, Member of the Board, A. P. Moller-Maersk; former CEO, SmithKline Beecham"Cybersecurity is a central requirement of board governance and oversight and is no different from other complex board issues. Boards can add significant value by asking the right questions and making sure the answers are clear and intelligible, responsive, and trackable. This book provides excellent templates to start this process, and I, for one, will be implementing them." -- Sarah Friar, CEO, Nextdoor; Member of the Board, Walmart and Slack Long Description Companies are investing an unprecedented amount of money to keep their data and assets safe, yet cyberattacks are on the rise--and the problem is worsening. No amount of technology, resources, or policies will reverse this trend. Only sound governance, originating with the board, can turn the tide. Protection against cyberattacks cant be treated as a problem solely belonging to an IT or cybersecurity department. It needs to cast a wide and impenetrable net that covers everything an organization does--from its business operations, models, and strategies to its products and intellectual property. And boards are in the best position to oversee the needed changes to strategy and hold their companies accountable. Not surprisingly, many boards arent prepared to assume this responsibility. In A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity, Thomas Parenty and Jack Domet, whove spent over three decades in the field, present a timely, clear-eyed, and actionable framework that will empower senior executives and board members to become stewards of their companies cybersecurity activities. This includes: Understanding cyber risks and how best to control them Planning and preparing for a crisis -- and leading in its aftermath Making cybersecurity a companywide initiative and responsibility Drawing attention to the nontechnical dynamics that influence the effectiveness of cybersecurity measures Aligning the board, executive leadership, and cybersecurity teams on priorities Filled with tools, best practices, and strategies, A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity will help boards navigate this seemingly daunting but extremely necessary transition. Review Quote Advance Praise for A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity : " A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity clearly outlines the cybersecurity issues boards face today and provides a practical guide for board governance and action. The massive financial damage caused by recent cyberattacks clearly demonstrates the need for board and executive involvement and preparation. This book should be required reading for every board member." -- Jan Leschly, Member of the Board, A. P. Moller-Maersk; former CEO, SmithKline Beecham "Cybersecurity is a central requirement of board governance and oversight and is no different from other complex board issues. Boards can add significant value by asking the right questions and making sure the answers are clear and intelligible, responsive, and trackable. This book provides excellent templates to start this process, and I, for one, will be implementing them." -- Sarah Friar, CEO, Nextdoor; Member of the Board, Walmart and Slack Description for Sales People A non-technical, hands-on guide that shows boards and executives how to take full ownership of their companys cybersecurity. A detailed, non-technical, and actionable guide that walks leaders through all of the steps they need to take to make organizations safe from cyberthreats. An overview of the current state of cybersecurity and why things need to change. A list of a the most common mistakes companies make--and how to avoid them. An argument for why Boards and Senior Leaders need to take ownership of the problem. Primary audience: Corporate directors and executive leadership of public and privately held companies. Secondary audience: Corporate governance professionals (e.g., corporate secretaries, general counsels and governance attorneys); chief risk officers, enterprise risk managers, internal auditors, chief security Officers; institutional investors and advisors; technology and cybersecurity management (e.g., CIO and CISO); regulators and government officials charged with establishing private sector cyber policy; leaders and influencers who would be interested in the book based on their engagement with boards. Details ISBN1633697991 Author Jack J. Domet Publisher Harvard Business Review Press Year 2019 ISBN-10 1633697991 ISBN-13 9781633697997 Format Hardcover Imprint Harvard Business Review Press Country of Publication United States DEWEY 005.8 Short Title A Leaders Guide to Cybersecurity Language English Publication Date 2019-12-03 UK Release Date 2019-12-03 NZ Release Date 2019-12-03 US Release Date 2019-12-03 Pages 240 Subtitle Why Boards Need to Lead--and How to Do It Audience General AU Release Date 2019-12-02 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:147304441;

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