CISOs still struggle to justify IT security spending: study

CISOs still struggle to justify IT security spending: study

According to the study, top management seek advice from IT security leaders regardless of the organisation's reporting structure, with only 23 percent reporting to the board.. Business leaders need input from their CISO most often when an internal cybersecurity incident happens - as recognised by 60 percent of respondents.. Despite being visible and valuable to the board, CISOs still face difficulties when it comes to justifying necessary spending on IT security.. "As the study shows, boards of directors now understand that cybersecurity is an important part of business success..