How Executive Alignment Strengthens Cybersecurity
Translate the CIA Triad into Business Terms Security professionals often lead with the classic “confidentiality, integrity, availability” framework—but that language doesn’t always resonate in the boardroom. Executive alignment in cybersecurity is crucial as “Go mention this to a typical CEO, and the CEO understands confidentiality. Integrity and availability, you may have to explain,” says Javed…
Smart Data Governance for Cybersecurity Impact
Extend Least Privilege to Data Retention Security professionals often focus on limiting access to systems—but forget to apply that same discipline to the data itself. When considering data governance in cybersecurity, Javed Ikbal advocates for extending the principle of least privilege beyond access controls to include retention: “Don’t give people access to resources they don’t…
Aligning Executive Perspectives to Strengthen Corporate Data Security
Framing Cybersecurity as a Business Enabler CISOs must bridge the gap between technical security priorities and executive concerns to earn the support their programs need. Addressing executive alignment for cybersecurity is crucial for success. Drawing on decades of experience, Javed Ikbal explains how applying engineering principles, reducing unnecessary data, and implementing wireless-first strategies can create…