Cybersecurity Governance: A guide for executives who need to understand cybersecurity in plain, actionable language

Offering insights tailored for high-level decision-makers, this guide is an indispensable resource for any executive committed to enhancing their organization’s cybersecurity posture, ensuring a robust, informed response to the omnipresent threat of cyber intrusion.

In today’s digital age, no business is immune to the relentless threat of cyberattacks that besiege organizations globally on a daily basis. The stark reality is that it’s not a matter of if but when your systems will become a target, potentially leading to significant data breaches and operational disruptions. As a leader, possessing a deep understanding of cybersecurity’s critical role within your organization is not optional—it’s imperative. This knowledge empowers you to engage meaningfully with your technical teams, steering strategic discussions and decisions that fortify your organization’s defenses against these inevitable cyber incursions. Aimed squarely at managers, executives, finance leaders, CEOs, and company directors, this book demystifies cybersecurity from a leadership perspective. It’s crafted specifically for those at the helm who must comprehend their pivotal role and responsibilities in navigating the cybersecurity landscape.

Darryl has spent his entire adult life in information technology, almost 50 years. And while he keeps dreaming about one day getting a real job, frankly, this is all he knows, and as it turns out, he is quite good at it. He has found a niche, which he refers to as “translating between business and technology”. While his very first degree in 1983 was in Artificial Intelligence and expert systems, he has specialized in project management. He has run more than 30 projects with a combined value in excess of $3 Billion. He is committed to life-long learning. This is reflected in the fact that he is working towards a second Ph.D. He loves being on, under, or near the water. He scuba dives and sails. Even his dog Simba is a water dog!