CHAPTER 4

Evangelize Your Program

Peer and Leadership Roadshows

The business-minded CISO recognizes the value in getting out from behind their desk and selling their program. In one position, the first time I visited with my organization’s facility leadership forums and asked when the last time someone from IT came to speak with them. The entire audience responded with a resounding, “Never!” One of the first things I do when I take a new role is determine who my peers are—both inside and outside of IT—and what the major facilities and/or departments are with whom I need to build and maintain relationships.

Set up regular one-on-one meetings with your peers—monthly tends to work well for me. This will afford you the opportunity to get feedback ...

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