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The CISO Boardroom Influence Checklist

A practical checklist used by top CISOs to communicate cyber risk in business language and secure board buy-in. Used by 200+ CISOs globally.

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By Dr. Erdal Ozkaya • Microsoft MVP • Author of 26 Books

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A CISOs Guide to Interview Preparation

A CISOs Guide to Interview Preparation Whether you are moving into a new CISO role or pursuing your first position as a CISO, preparation is crucial. Not only must you demonstrate your technical and strategic expertise, but you must also show that you understand the importance of cultural and organizational fit. Remember, as a candidate, […]

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Building Trust and Influence How CISOs Cultivate Positive Board Relationships

Building Trust and Influence: How CISOs Cultivate Positive Board Relationships

Discover how CISOs can forge strong relationships with their board of directors. Learn key strategies for effective communication, aligning security with business goals, and securing buy-in for cybersecurity initiatives.

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Catalyst for Global Tech Leadership

Catalyst for Global Tech Leadership

Catalyst for Global Tech Leadership
Representing the U.S. at CIO 200 Grand Finale:
It was an immense privilege and a profound honor to represent the United States as an ambassador at the recent CIO 200 Grand Finale in Egypt. This distinguished event, hosted by the Global CIO Forum, brought together over 200 CxO IT leaders from around the world, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and cybersecurity.

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Identity Security Redefined

Identity Security Redefined

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, CISOs and CIOs face unprecedented challenges in securing their organizations. From sophisticated AI-powered threats to the complexities of hybrid cloud environments, staying ahead requires not just technical expertise, but also astute leadership and strategic foresight.

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Dawn of a New Decade

Dawn of a New Decade: Heading to the World CIO 200

Dawn of a New Decade: Heading to the World CIO 200
I’m incredibly excited to be heading to the World CIO 200 Summit Grand Finale in Egypt! This year, the summit is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the powerful theme, “Dawn of a New Decade.” This isn’t just a tagline; it’s a call to action for every leader in the technology sector to move beyond conventional thinking and build a future that is more innovative and resilient.

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Celebrating 40,000 LinkedIn Followers It’s About Impact, Not Just Numbers
Reaching a significant milestone like 40,000 followers on LinkedIn is more than just a number—it’s a testament to building a thriving professional community, fostering meaningful connections, and consistently sharing valuable insights. While the follower count is certainly something to celebrate, the true value lies in the impact, engagement, and collaborative learning that such a network represents.

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Finding the Real Cause of Slow Performance Is It the Application or the Network

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Finding the Real Cause of Slow Performance : Is It the Application or the Network?

It’s 9:02 a.m. on a Monday.
You’ve barely had your first sip of coffee when the phone rings.

“The application is unbearably slow! We can’t get any work done!”

You jump into action. The network team checks their dashboards — all green, no packet loss, latency low. The application team swears their code is running like a dream and the database is happily churning away.

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Maximize the ROI of Your Security Stack

Maximize the ROI of Your Security Stack

Maximize the ROI of Your Security Stack

Chief Information Officers (CIO) & Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are facing a shift in organizational priorities. While reducing cyber risk remains foundational, increasing operational efficiency and productivity has now emerged as the top enterprise priority.

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Dr. Erdal Ozkaya — Strategic CISO, Microsoft MVP & Cybersecurity Author