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A Day in the Life of a CISO: Personal Mentorship from 24+ Battle-Tested CISOs — Mentoring We Never Got


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Explore the evolving field of cybersecurity leadership and gain real-world insights from top security leaders on strategy, communication, and resilience to excel as a CISO in today's digital landscape. Free with your book: PDF Copy, AI Assistant, and Next-Gen Reader Key Features Gain practical perspectives from global CISOs on cyber transformation, risk management, and career growth Explore AI threats, building resilient teams, cyber strategy, communication skills, and breach recovery Equip yourself to lead effectively while adapting to evolving cyber challenges Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionAs cyber threats become more complex, effective cybersecurity leadership calls for more than technical expertise; it requires strategic thinking, resilient leadership, and deft communication skills. A Day in the Life of a CISO brings together candid insights from some of the world’s most accomplished CISOs and cybersecurity executives. With invaluable guidance on managing emerging threats, balancing risk and business needs, leading through crisis, and building elite security teams, this book is a practical, real-world guide for professionals looking to elevate their cybersecurity careers or transition into leadership roles. You’ll benefit from the collective wisdom and hard-earned experiences of 29 contributors representing leading organizations worldwide, and learn how to craft cyber strategies, manage vulnerabilities, lead transformations, and develop long-lasting careers in cybersecurity. Whether you are an aspiring CISO, a current security leader, or a business executive seeking a deeper understanding of cybersecurity leadership, this book offers you the knowledge and inspiration to thrive in an increasingly challenging digital world.What you will learn Adapt security strategies to manage emerging threats, including AI-driven risks Build and execute cyber strategies while balancing business needs and budget constraints Discover effective leadership and communication techniques critical for CISOs Implement talent development strategies for building a resilient cybersecurity team Learn from real-world incidents, including how to recover after breaches Explore career development pathways for cybersecurity professionals, including alternative and non-traditional paths to CISO roles Who this book is forThis book is for aspiring cybersecurity leaders and managers, as well as current CISOs seeking to sharpen their leadership and strategic skills. IT and risk management professionals transitioning into cybersecurity leadership roles and business executives and board members interested in cybersecurity governance will also find this book useful.

Table of Contents:
Table of Contents

  1. Sunrise on a New Day
  2. Hand-to-Hand Combat with Lazarus
  3. Priorities for the New CISO
  4. Cyber Threat Intelligence That Is Actionable
  5. How I Got to Be CISO
  6. The Journey to CISO - from Humble Beginnings to Leadership
  7. Stepping Up into a Global Role
  8. Diverse Paths to Cybersecurity Leadership
  9. Overcoming Doubt
  10. How to Defend with Less
  11. Being Brilliant at the Basics
  12. A CISO in Japan
  13. Navigating the C-Suite, Board and DOPE Dynamics
  14. Systems Thinking for CISOs
  15. The CISO as a Change Agent
  16. Alternative Career Paths to Consider
  17. So, You Got Fired
  18. Rebuilding after a Breach
  19. Cyber Strategy That Makes a Difference
  20. Do's and Don'ts for CISOs
  21. Developing Cyber Talent
  22. Managing Critical Vulnerabilities
  23. AI: The Promise and Challenge
  24. Protecting the USA
  25. Why Risk Management Matters
  26. Driving Cyber Transformation
  27. My Metrics Playbook
  28. Career Resilience
  29. Lessons in Leading Yourself, Cyber Teams and Through Crisis
  30. Sunset


About the Author :
David Gee has more than 20 years' experience in Digital CIO roles and then as CISO for HSBC Asia Pacific. He strives to be 'comfortable being uncomfortable,' which has led to a career spanning Banking, Insurance, Pharmaceuticals, Media, and Building Materials. David has also been a partner-level consultant with EY and KPMG. His proudest career achievements are developing talent, and he is flattered by the many CIOs and CISOs he has nurtured in his various roles to grow and ‘stretch' into the C-suite. David was the winner of Australian CIO of the Year in 2014 for the successful transformation of new Core Banking, Online, and Mobile Banking systems. He also has a strong fintech background as a Board Advisor. A prolific writer, he has published over 100 articles for publications including CIO, Computerworld, ITNews, and CSO (Cybersecurity) magazines. In 2023, David was the recipient of the FS-ISAC Global Leader Award for his services as Chairman of the FS-ISAC Strategy Committee.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781806110698
  • Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited
  • Publisher Imprint: Packt Publishing Limited
  • Height: 235 mm
  • No of Pages: 546
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Personal Mentorship from 24+ Battle-Tested CISOs — Mentoring We Never Got
  • ISBN-10: 1806110695
  • Publisher Date: 30 Sep 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Width: 191 mm


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