A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a senior executive responsible for managing and securing an organization’s information. The role involves developing and implementing strategies for information security policies, managing risks, and coordinating with IT teams and external parties to protect the organization’s information and data from attacks and risks.

The CISO is also responsible for ensuring compliance with information security regulations and standards and works in collaboration with the organization’s management to ensure that security aligns with the organization’s business objectives.