Practical Cybersecurity with Jen Stone

How to Communicate Cybersecurity Risk Effectively | SecurityMetrics Podcast 93

SecurityMetrics Season 5 Episode 5

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Tune in this week as Jen Stone sits down with Ryan Leirvik (founder and CEO of Neuvik) to discuss how to effectively communicate cybersecurity risk to a board of directors.

Listen to learn:

  • How to frame cybersecurity risks in a way that aligns with business objectives and priorities.
  • How to break down complex security concepts for executives.
  • How to create a healthy relationship with executives.


Hosted by Jen Stone, Principal Security Analyst (MCIS, CISSP, CISA, QSA)

[Disclaimer] Before implementing any policies or procedures you hear about on this or any other episodes, make sure to talk to your legal department, IT department, and any other department assisting with your data security and compliance efforts.

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