From Bangladesh to Cybersecurity Leadership: Javed Ikbal on Navigating Culture, Phishing Threats, and AI Governance
Description
Javed Ikbal shares his transformative experiences as a CISO, highlighting the challenges of cultivating a security-centric culture in organizations. He emphasizes the importance of communication, understanding user psychology, and establishing foundational practices to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity today.
• Importance of cybersecurity culture in organizations
• Challenges faced as a CISO in different environments
• User psychology impacts on reporting security issues
• The need for clear policies around AI usage
• Lessons learned for aspiring CISOs and cybersecurity leaders
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