9 Cybersecurity Questions that Define a CISO

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16 Jan 2026
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The Cybersecurity Vault — episode 52, with guest Wil Klusovsky.

Wil discusses the essential questions that CEOs should be asking their CISOs. He explores the importance of effective communication between technical and business perspectives, the need for investment in cybersecurity with clear ROI, and the significance of understanding risks and setting priorities.

The conversation also delves into the importance of business resilience, managing third-party risks, and preparing for future threats in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. The episode emphasizes the need for CISOs to articulate their strategies in business terms to align with corporate goals and secure necessary resources.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Questions
02:06 Importance of CEO-CISO Communication
05:03 Investment and ROI in Cybersecurity
08:17 Establishing Cybersecurity Priorities
11:12 Identifying the Biggest Risks
14:24 Understanding the Risk Register
15:41 Crafting a Compelling Risk Narrative
18:21 Blind Spots in Cybersecurity Awareness
21:27 Understanding Accepted vs. Unknown Risks
24:29 The Importance of Documentation in Risk Management
25:22 Business Resilience and Recovery Planning
27:52 Engaging Third-Party Vendors in Cybersecurity
31:09 Cybersecurity as a Business Advantage
34:44 Future Threats and Technological Advancements
38:42 Translating Cybersecurity into Business Language
40:51 The Impact of CISO Responses on Business Outcomes

Wil’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilklu/
9 CISO Questions LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7394720767416107008
Keyboard Samurai Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@KeybdSamurai
Website: https://www.wilklu.me/podcast

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