The CISO’s Guide to Metrics That Matter
The CISO’s Guide to Metrics That Matter
 
There is a world of security metrics out there, but which ones really matter? And how can a CISO accurately and effectively present them to a board in a way they’ll understand and care about? Security teams, boards, and other functional departments often speak to each other in very different languages – and when there’s no translator, communication gaps can arise.

 

As threats grow in complexity, so do security teams’ technologies and responsibilities. It’s become increasingly critical for CISOs to distill this complexity into simple, meaningful metrics—and master the art of tailored communication for their technical teams, peers, and boards.
 
  • Examples of the most effective cybersecurity metrics to track
  • How to derive meaning from metrics to show ROI, identify gaps, and build budget
  • Communication frameworks to enable support across the business