In this powerful new episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole issues a wake-up call to everyone living in the digital age: we are in the middle of a cyber war, and most people are walking around completely unaware. He shares real-life stories of family and friends...
In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole explores the often-overlooked path of consulting within the cybersecurity field. While many professionals transition from security engineering to management and eventually to a CISO role, he emphasizes that consulting...
In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole challenges the common misconception that cybersecurity is an anchor holding organizations back. Instead, he reframes cybersecurity as a stabilizing force—much like how an anchor steadies a boat during rough waters. Just...
In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole challenges cybersecurity leaders to think beyond immediate threats and short-term fixes. Using the famous Mission Impossible phrase, “Your mission, if you choose to accept it,” he urges CISOs to define their...
In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole dives into the power of asking the right questions and the importance of letting data—not emotions—drive decisions. He emphasizes the need to focus on solving root causes rather than just treating symptoms, using...
Are You Thinking Like a True CISO? Or Just Reacting to Cybersecurity? In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole challenges cybersecurity leaders to rethink their approach, shifting from a reactive, firefighting mindset to a long-term, strategic vision. He...
