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8 things CISOs can’t afford to get wrong in 2026

AI, cloud, and the increasingly interconnected nature of business and technology present CISOs with a range of risks and threats that will be particularly challenging this year.

Jan 7, 2026 11 mins

CSO and CISO Cloud Security Threat and Vulnerability Management

6 strategies for building a high-performance cybersecurity team

CISOs need to rethink their recruiting, retention, and personnel development strategies to better establish a business-aligned cyber organization that’s greater than the sum of its parts.

Jan 6, 2026 9 mins

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Cybersecurity leaders’ resolutions for 2026

From all things AI to prioritizing resilience and having an eye towards quantum, here are the top security priorities for the year ahead.

Jan 5, 2026 9 mins

C-Suite CSO and CISO Security

Cybersecurity skills matter more than headcount in the AI era

The latest ISC2 workforce study reveals that skills gaps are increasing as cybersecurity professionals adopt AI tools and report critical staffing needs across organizations.

Jan 2, 2026 7 mins

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How a Higher-Ed Institution Validates Security Incidents in Minutes with ExtraHop

One investigation involved a two-tier transactional scenario with multiple protocols.

Jul 16, 2021 4 mins

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7 SASE certifications to validate converged network and security skills

For IT professionals, SASE certifications can demonstrate hands-on experience with cloud-based network and security-as-a-service platforms.

Dec 26, 2025 9 mins

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What CISOs should know about the SolarWinds lawsuit dismissal

The SEC’s dismissal of its lawsuit against SolarWinds and its CISO brought widespread relief to cybersecurity leaders and potentially marks a turning point for how regulators, boards, and executives think about cybersecurity accountability.

Dec 22, 2025 9 mins

CSO and CISO Government Laws and Regulations

D&O liability protection rising for security leaders — unless you’re a midtier CISO

Smaller firms are less likely to protect CISOs from personal liability for security breaches, ‘which can deter highly qualified professionals from accepting these roles,’ lawyer tells CSO.

Dec 18, 2025 7 mins

CSO and CISO Data Breach Laws and Regulations

Cybersecurity isn’t underfunded — It’s undermanaged

Toward a new leadership narrative for the modern CISO.

Dec 11, 2025 7 mins

C-Suite CSO and CISO IT Strategy

How to justify your security investments

Budget discussions are tiresome because cyber risks and expenses are rising in tandem. CISOs should therefore align their arguments with business objectives.

Dec 11, 2025 6 mins

C-Suite CSO and CISO IT Leadership