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EPISODE · Feb 10, 2026 · 37 MIN

What Should the Board Ask the CISO? | Interview with Clar Rosso

from Secure & Simple — Podcast for Consultants and vCISOs on Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance · host Dejan Kosutic

In this episode, Dejan Kosutic talks with Clar Rosso, CEO of Rosso Strategic Advisors, board member of Excelsior University, and the former CEO of ISC2, about the evolving role of boards for cybersecurity. They discuss the increasing importance of cyber governance, the impact of AI, the concept of digital resilience, and the interaction between cybersecurity professionals and boards of directors. Claire shares her insights on how to better integrate cybersecurity into business operations and enhance board members' understanding. Tune in to learn how a strong cyber posture can help businesses achieve their strategic goals and mitigate risks.Links from the episode: - Conformio software to streamline and scale ISO 27001 implementation and maintenance for your clients: https://advisera.co/Conformio-software- White label documentation toolkits for NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, and other ISO standards to create all the required documents for your clients: https://advisera.co/page-all-toolkits - Accredited Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer courses for various standards and frameworks to show your expertise to potential clients: https://advisera.co/Consultant-Courses- Company Training Academy with numerous videos for NIS2, DORA, ISO 27001, and other frameworks to organize training and awareness programs for your client’s workforce: https://advisera.co/page-Company-Training-Account  - Beginner's Course for ISO, Cybersecurity, and AI Consultants: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHwD3nQun7caKFq80LxNNYKIabATlyA7t- How to Grow Your Cybersecurity, ISO, or AI Consultancy: Advanced Course:https://advisera.co/GrowYourConsultancyTraining  (00:00) - Interview with Clar Rosso (00:21) - Introducing Today's Guest: Clar Rosso (01:18) - Cybersecurity as a Business Issue (03:54) - Board Members' Role in Cybersecurity (05:19) - Cyber Resilience vs. Cyber Defense (07:59) - Cybersecurity's Role in Business Growth (09:13) - Effective Communication with the Board (19:56) - Compliance and Risk Management (25:00) - The Future of Cybersecurity Audits (31:19) - Board's Role During a Cyber Breach (35:44) - Resources for Consultants and Cybersecurity Professionals

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