John Finley John Finley

Using Risk Acceptance Documentation to Build a Resilient Cybersecurity Culture

As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, organizations face unprecedented pressure to protect their data and operations. Yet fostering a robust cybersecurity culture often encounters resistance, from leadership hesitancy to employee pushback. For vCSOs (virtual Chief Security Officers), the challenge is clear: drive cultural transformation by emphasizing education, accountability, and strategic risk management. 

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John Finley John Finley

The Truth About User Training: What Every vCSO Needs to Know

Your organization’s most critical line of defense isn’t a firewall or the latest security tool.  It’s your people. Yet, despite years of security awareness campaigns, employees remain a prime target for cybercriminals. Phishing emails, voice scams, and smishing attacks continue to exploit gaps in user training, leading to breaches that cost businesses millions.

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John Finley John Finley

Threat Intelligence: The Key to Resilience

The role of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) has undergone a seismic shift in recent years. The once-insular function of safeguarding digital assets has evolved into a strategic imperative that intersects with every facet of an organization.

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John Finley John Finley

Why Cybersecurity is UNimportant

You’ve just taken the first and most important step out of the mass statistical pool and into the company of those who are as much as 84% less likely to suffer a debilitating cyberattack.

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