In this webinar, we will explore the emerging and pivotal role of the Business Information Security Officer (BISO) in modern organizations. Traditionally, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) have been at the helm of setting strategic cybersecurity directions. However, the complexity of today's digital landscape necessitates a more specialized approach, leading to the rise of the BISO. Acting as a liaison between business units and cybersecurity functions, the BISO ensures that security measures are seamlessly integrated into everyday operations, aligning closely with business objectives. This webinar will explore the evolution of the BISO role, its importance in managing specific departmental security risks, and how it complements the broader strategic oversight of the CISO. By fostering a security-aware culture and providing subject-matter expertise, BISOs are essential in translating organizational security strategies into practical, operational steps. This webinar will offer actionable insights for organizations to assess the potential benefits of incorporating a Business Information Security Officer (BISO) into their operations and will provide practical guidance on the hiring process, including key qualifications to look for and best practices for integrating a BISO into the organizational structure.
CJ Hurd is SVP of the Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) program with Compass IT Compliance. CJ holds over 20 years of experience across the information technology and cybersecurity landscape. He retired from the Coast Guard in 2018 after 21 years of active-duty service, where he was named the Coast Guard's Information Security Officer of the year in 2015, 2016, and 2017, as well as being named the Department of Homeland Security’s Information Security Officer of the year in 2016. CJ holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) certifications. In his role at Compass IT Compliance, CJ leads a team of Virtual CISOs that work with organizations of all sizes and across varying industries to develop, implement, enhance, and manage their cybersecurity programs. Serving as an organization’s Virtual CISO, members of CJ’s team oversee the strategic and operational aspects of the Information Security Program as well as work to identify and remediate realized or potential security threats within an organization’s environment.
Brian Kelly is AVP of Virtual CISO with Compass IT Compliance. He has been an active member of the higher education information security community since 2007. Brian most recently served as the Cybersecurity Program Director at EDUCAUSE, and was previously the Chief Information Security Officer at Quinnipiac University. Brian holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and a master’s degree from Norwich University. He is a member of various professional organizations including the Information System Security Association (ISSA), InfraGard, High Tech Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA), and the Information Systems Audit (ISACA). Brian is a retired Air Force Cyber Operations Officer, where his career in information security began in 1993. Alongside his duties at Compass IT Compliance, Brian is also currently an adjunct instructor at Naugatuck Valley Community College in the CIS Department teaching Cybersecurity courses.