🙄 Stop Rolling Your Eyes: AI Is Your CISO Leadership Opportunity

The Professional CISO Show – Episode 57

Hosted by David Malicoat

This episode is brought to you by Symmetry Systems, The Data+AI Security Company. (www.symmetry-systems.com)

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this solo commentary episode, David Malicoat issues a direct challenge to security leaders everywhere: stop rolling your eyes at AI—it’s your leadership opportunity.

Too many CISOs are brushing off artificial intelligence as just another tech trend. But as AI continues to reshape cybersecurity and business strategy in real time, this is the moment for CISOs to lead the charge—not get left behind. David breaks down why AI governance is the new boardroom battleground, how CISOs can build strategic influence, and why now is the time to speak up, show up, and step into a broader leadership role.

Whether you’re leading a security program today or preparing for tomorrow, this episode will help you rethink your approach to AI and your value as a cybersecurity executive.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Why AI isn’t “just another hype cycle” for cybersecurity

• How to take the lead on AI governance in your organization

• Translating AI’s risk and value into business terms

• How CISOs can communicate more effectively with non-technical stakeholders

• Why sharing your voice publicly is now a leadership expectation

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CISO, Cybersecurity Leadership, AI Governance, Boardroom Communication, Risk Management, Strategic Security, Artificial Intelligence, Executive Presence, Infosec Strategy, The Professional CISO