Getting Funding for Security Initiatives - Think Like an MBA, Not a CISSP

Learn how to secure funding for security initiatives by adopting an MBA mindset rather than a CISSP approach in this 40-minute LASCON conference talk. Discover strategies to address the largest risks to organizational assets, demonstrate the value of security projects to management, and make informed decisions on resource allocation. Explore topics such as optimistic bias, audience analysis, data-driven decision-making, tabletop exercises, business communication, frameworks, roadmaps, risk dashboards, and key risk indicators. Gain valuable insights on creating a culture of collaboration, effectively communicating the business case for security, and confidently proving the validity of your security strategy decisions in the face of shrinking budgets and increasing threats.

Intro
Pathways to Security
Whos Responsible
Culture of Collaboration
Optimistic Bias
Know your audience
Know your numbers
Bring in tabletop exercises
Communicating the business
Frameworks
Roadmap
Risk
Risk dashboards
Key risk indicators
Key takeaways
Questions