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Get objective insights, cross-industry survey data and market trends from over 800 CISOs regarding their background, job level, compensation, board engagement and job satisfaction. Download this summary report to:
- Compare CISO role breakdowns by scope, level, background, and compensation across industries.
- Find ways to strengthen your soft skills and bring a strong voice to executive meetings.
- See CISO job satisfaction levels over time and how those correlate with new CISO challenges and opportunities.
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The scope of responsibilities associated with the CISO role continues to evolve. Our survey data over the past five years, combined with ongoing conversations with CISOs, confirm that the CISO role continues to expand into adjacent domains.
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CISOs who successfully navigate the complexities of the C-suite and the boardroom command higher salaries. These CISOs drive more visibility by adding value on business risk conversations and decisions, are viewed on-par with other peers in the C-suite, and are considered strategic business executive rather than technology leaders.
Steve Martano, IANS Faculty
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