PodChats for FutureCISO: Fostering a security-aware culture

In today's digital landscape, fostering a security-aware culture is paramount for organizations in Asia. CIOs and CISOs play a crucial role in embedding cybersecurity into the organizational ethos. This involves not only implementing robust security measures but also promoting continuous education and awareness among employees. By cultivating an environment where security is a shared responsibility, organizations can better mitigate risks and respond effectively to threats. Encouraging open communication about security practices and integrating them into daily operations enhances resilience. Ultimately, a proactive security culture empowers employees to act as the first line of defense against cyber threats.In this PodChats for FutureCISO, Ben King, VP for Cybersecurity Trust & Culture at Okta shares his perspective on how to foster a security-aware culture.Ben, welcome to PodChats for FutureCISO.1.       Where are enterprises today in Asia-Pacific, when it comes to creating and maintaining an acceptable level of security awareness among staff?2.       What, for you, is a security-aware culture?3.       Does it make sense to have a one-person and what role should leadership play in promoting a security-aware culture?4.       How do organisations measure the effectiveness of their current cybersecurity training programs?5.       What strategies have worked (not worked) to engage employees in cybersecurity awareness initiatives?6.       How can organisations integrate security awareness into onboarding for new employees? Is this a job for HR? How and at what point should CIOs and CISOs get involved?7.       What are the challenges organisations will face in fostering a security-aware culture in a diverse workforce and where hybrid workplace is the norm?8.       What best practices can we adopt from organisations that excel in security culture?9.       What metrics should organisations use to track and evaluate improvements in security-aware culture?10.   Do carrots work better than sticks when it comes to foster a sustained security-aware culture?11.   Coming into 2025, we can security to continue to take importance for all organisations and functions. What is your expectation in the development of security-aware cultures?

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