""Threats are accelerating, including AI-driven scams and deepfakes, the attack surface keeps expanding, and expectations keep rising faster than budgets and headcount," says Astley."
""CISOs are held accountable for enterprise-wide risk, but many still don't have enterprise-wide influence. That mismatch is corrosive, and turns the job into permanent responsibility without permanent control," he adds."
""It's about predicting how to manage and control things that aren't fully within your purview. This means you may have the responsibility, but you're not capable of managing it effectively," says Coroneos."
Burnout among chief information security officers (CISOs) is a critical issue affecting both individuals and organizations. A significant percentage of cybersecurity leaders have experienced or witnessed burnout. The CISO role has evolved into multiple jobs, including strategist and crisis manager, leading to increased stress. The constant pressure from cyber threats, regulatory demands, and resource shortages exacerbates the situation. Additionally, CISOs often face a disconnect between their responsibilities and the control they have, contributing to a toxic work environment.
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