Transformation in Cyber Security Leadership: Carlo Schreurs, Global CISO at FrieslandCampina

Resilience: Voices in Cyber Security

Host Yonatan Lipschitz is joined in this conversation by Carlo Schreurs, Global CISO at FrieslandCampina. Carlo shares his journey from aeronautical engineering to becoming the CISO of Friesland Campina. He discusses the shift from IT to OT security, the importance of a transformational mindset in cybersecurity leadership, and the challenges of standardizing and centralizing security policies in a large organization. Carlo emphasizes the need for buy-in, relationship-building, and risk management in cybersecurity. The conversation covers the integration of OT in the cybersecurity approach, the importance of addressing human factors in cybersecurity, and the significance of communication and transparency during incidents. It also emphasizes the need for tailored training and awareness programs for different organizational roles.

Takeaways

• Carlo's journey from aeronautical engineering to CISO highlights the diverse paths that can lead to a cybersecurity leadership role.
• The importance of a transformational mindset in cybersecurity leadership is emphasized, focusing on business enablement and buy-in from executive management.
• The challenges of standardizing and centralizing security policies in a large organization, particularly in the context of IT and OT convergence, are discussed.
• The need for relationship-building, risk management, and a unified policy framework is highlighted as essential for effective cybersecurity leadership. Integration of OT in cybersecurity is crucial for addressing incidents effectively.
• Addressing human factors in cybersecurity is essential to reduce the risk of human error.
• Communication and transparency during incidents are key to managing and resolving crises effectively.
• Tailored training and awareness programs for different organizational roles are necessary for a comprehensive cybersecurity approach.

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