TY - GEN
T1 - Exploring the Evolving Balance of Power Between CISOs and CIOs
T2 - 30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024
AU - Singh, Raghvendra
AU - Mulgund, Pavankumar
AU - Smith, Sanjukta Das
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2024 30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024. All rights reserved.
PY - 2024
Y1 - 2024
N2 - This study explores the intricate power dynamics between Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and Chief Information Officers (CIOs) within modern technology organizations, against the backdrop of digital transformation and cybersecurity challenges. Recognizing the evolving roles of CISOs from technical specialists to strategic influencers, the research highlights the necessity for a collaborative approach between CISOs and CIOs to enhance organizational cybersecurity. Through qualitative interviews of 17 top IT leaders including 8 CISOs and 9 CIOs, the study identifies themes such as the impact of regulatory compliance and industry nuances on budget authority, revealing the complex interplay of power, influence, and strategic alignment in the executive suite. This research contributes to the discourse on organizational leadership and cybersecurity, offering insights into enhancing collaboration between CISOs and CIOs to bolster organizational security postures.
AB - This study explores the intricate power dynamics between Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and Chief Information Officers (CIOs) within modern technology organizations, against the backdrop of digital transformation and cybersecurity challenges. Recognizing the evolving roles of CISOs from technical specialists to strategic influencers, the research highlights the necessity for a collaborative approach between CISOs and CIOs to enhance organizational cybersecurity. Through qualitative interviews of 17 top IT leaders including 8 CISOs and 9 CIOs, the study identifies themes such as the impact of regulatory compliance and industry nuances on budget authority, revealing the complex interplay of power, influence, and strategic alignment in the executive suite. This research contributes to the discourse on organizational leadership and cybersecurity, offering insights into enhancing collaboration between CISOs and CIOs to bolster organizational security postures.
KW - Chief Information Officer
KW - Chief Information Security Officer
KW - Cybersecurity
KW - Power Dynamics
KW - Qualitative Research
UR - https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/85213041776
M3 - Conference contribution
AN - SCOPUS:85213041776
T3 - 30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024
BT - 30th Americas Conference on Information Systems, AMCIS 2024
PB - Association for Information Systems
Y2 - 15 August 2024 through 17 August 2024
ER -