In this episode of Life of a CISO, Dr. Eric Cole dives deep into simplicity, time management, and the foundations of being a world-class Chief Information Security Officer. He explains how rebooting your life and career—just like you reboot a slow computer—can help clear distractions and focus on what truly matters. Dr. Cole also shares strategies for creating a strategic cybersecurity playbook, aligning with executives, setting risk tolerance, and reclaiming wasted time. Whether you’re a seasoned CISO or aspiring to lead in cybersecurity, this episode is packed with actionable advice to improve your efficiency, influence, and impact.
Learn how to:
- Reset your priorities and eliminate inefficiencies
- Track your time and focus on high-value activities
- Develop a strategic cybersecurity playbook
- Communicate your vision to executives
- Set risk tolerance that aligns with your organization
Tune in and start transforming your approach to cybersecurity and leadership today.
In this episode:
- 00:00 – Introduction to Cybersecurity and the Importance of Time
- 01:00 – The Need for Simplicity and a Reset
- 03:00 – Tracking Time and Identifying Waste
- 07:00 – Setting Targets and Goals for Success
- 11:00 – The Role of Communication in Cybersecurity
- 15:00 – Creating a Strategic Cybersecurity Playbook
- 19:00 – Understanding Risk Tolerance in Cybersecurity
- 27:00 – Conclusion: Simplifying and Redesigning Your Role as a CISO
