FTI Consulting Launches Communications and Board Readiness Program for CISOs

According to FTI Consulting’s recent survey “CISO: Communications Redefined, Navigating the Journey from Control Room to Boardroom,” CISOs and information security leaders struggle to clearly communicate — both internally and externally — about their role, the management of cybersecurity risks and programs and the positive impact good cyber governance can have on their organizations. According to the survey, 58% of CISOs claim they struggle to communicate technical language to senior leadership in a way that is relatable, and 82% of CISOs say that they feel pressure to make things sound better than they really are when they are in front of their board of directors.

With changes looming to cybersecurity regulation and leadership teams seeking to improve oversight of cyber risks amidst increasing sophisticated cyber threats, this communications gap poses a significant risk to organizations. CISOs must be equipped to engage in productive conversations with the entire C-suite and board of directors while mitigating investor and media scrutiny. Closing the gap can ensure new cyber regulations do not mean new liabilities for senior leadership and allow CISOs to articulate risks and opportunities to different audiences.

“The role of the CISO has evolved. They must have great technical chops and be best-in-class business leaders. Gone are the days when CISOs could just rely on their IT and cybersecurity expertise to do their jobs well,” said Meredith Griffanti, a Senior Managing Director and Co-Leader of the Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Communications team at FTI Consulting. “CISOs today are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate resilience, preparedness and response capabilities, while also navigating the internal and external expectations from senior leadership. It is imperative that CISOs be knowledgeable business leaders and comfortable in high-stakes situations as they answer to the board and their organization’s customers and regulators. Secure Your Seat will prepare CISOs to be key thinkers at the C-suite level, giving them hands-on training and a live look at how strong communication skills can lend to a more resilient, cyber-savvy organization.”

FTI Consulting’s Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Communications team has supported the response to hundreds of cyber crises, advising on how to communicate cybersecurity issues to C-suites and boards of directors. Drawing on the team’s deep expertise, Secure Your Seat will train CISOs on how to communicate with senior leaders about cyber risks, return on cybersecurity investments, and prioritization and governance needs.

As new regulation demands cyber and technical expertise on public company boards, Secure Your Seat will also help participants strengthen their current position to secure their own board seat and serve as an advocate for strong cyber governance for other organizations, in addition to their own.

To learn more about Secure Your Seat, visit this link.

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations manage change, mitigate risk and resolve disputes: financial, legal, operational, political & regulatory, reputational and transactional. With more than 7,500 employees located in 31 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges and make the most of opportunities. The Company generated $2.78 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2021. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter (@FTIConsulting), Facebook and LinkedIn.

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