Leadership
Mastering the Human Element: Emotional Intelligence in Cybersecurity Leadership
In cybersecurity, like many IT disciplines, technical prowess often takes center stage. Emotional intelligence (EI) in the field, especially in leadership roles, cannot be overstated. Cybersecurity leaders who excel in EI not only navigate complex technical challenges but also foster trust, collaboration, and resilience within their teams. Emotional intelligence encompasses
Bridging the Gap: A CISO's Guide to Supporting Sales and Marketing with Cybersecurity
Leading a cybersecurity organization is hard. You're not just responsible for security matters, despite what you were told in your interviews. You're expected to help enable the business, support sales and marketing efforts, be a good public representative, be a key component of any digital transformation
Goal setting vs. metrics: a guide for CISOs and security leaders
If you've read anything about goal setting over the last few years, you've undoubtedly heard about OKRs. This acronym stands for objectives and key results. A lot has been written about OKRs, how to set them up, how to measure them, and so on. In this
The top 10 lies we tell ourselves as security teams
Try as we might, security teams are often subject to the same sort of echo chamber groupthink dynamics that any other function might experience. There are subtle messages or biases that can creep into our collective consciousness and cause significant harm. This article will break down what I see as
Top 3 things that cybersecurity leaders can do to support team mental health
Last week's article focused on how individuals working in cybersecurity can better care for their mental health. The silent adversary in cybersecurity. This week, we will build on this and talk about things leaders can do to create and cultivate a team culture that supports mental health. This
The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Mental Health
Explore the unspoken impact of cybersecurity on mental health in our article. Discover the hidden challenges and the path to a healthier cyber-work balance.
5 Ways to Lead in Cybersecurity Without a Title
How do you step into a leadership role without a leadership or manager title? Should you be leading without the title? Should you be getting recognition with a title or other compensation if you're leading but don't yet have the title? All these questions and more
Skip the Exit Interview
And why you should show an interest in your team members before they make the decision to leave.
Where Soft Skills Meet Generative AI
The rise of generative AI tools has ushered in a new era in modern businesses, bringing with it untapped potential as well as unprecedented challenges. This technology has exploded onto the scene, and there are no signs that it will be slowing down anytime soon. Some organizations have decided that
Leaning on Subject Matter Experts (When You Know Stuff Too)
Being boss doesn't mean you have all the answers, just the brains to recognize the right one when you hear it.” —Katherine Plumber.
Mastering the Initial Incident Meeting: Top Ten Tips for Effective Cybersecurity Incident Response
In the world of cybersecurity, large-scale incidents require a swift and coordinated response. When facing a significant security breach, the initial incident meeting is critical for gathering the right people, setting the tone, and establishing a clear plan of action. This article will explore the top ten things to do
From Bits to Bias: Unveiling the Hidden Dangers of Toxic Cyber Cultures
On the Soft Side of Cyber, we've talked about what makes up a strong culture. This is also the final article in our short series on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We started this series with the different layers of diversity and the benefits of a diverse team.