Security News > 2023 > October > CISOs and board members are finding a common language

86% of CISOs believe generative AI will alleviate skills gaps and talent shortages on the security team, filling labor-intensive and time-consuming security functions and freeing up security professionals to be more strategic, according to Splunk.

"The C-Suite and board of directors are increasingly relying on CISOs for guidance across a sophisticated threat landscape and changing market conditions," said Jason Lee, CISO, Splunk.

"These relationships provide CISOs the opportunity to become champions who strengthen an organization's security culture and lead teams to become more cross-collaborative and resilient. By communicating key security metrics, CISOs can also guide boards on adopting emerging technologies, such as generative AI, to help improve cyber defense management and prepare for the future."

Boards of directors are increasingly looking to CISOs to guide cybersecurity strategy, offering an opportunity for CISOs to articulate value and fill in communication gaps.

Numerous CISOs across many industries report regular participation in board meetings, including technology, government, communications and media, healthcare and manufacturing.

90% of CISOs say their governing board cares more about different KPIs and security metrics today than it did two years ago.

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