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Learn what your organization needs to know now to prepare, protect, and communicate effectively during a rapidly evolving global conflict.

In this webinar replay, IANS Faculty Aaron Turner and Steven John look ahead to 2026, a year shaped by uncertainty and change, where under-resourced defenders must contend with AI-enabled, well-funded adversaries.

This report explores how boards receive cybersecurity updates today, how often they occur, where cybersecurity sits in board and committee structures, and how directors assess the effectiveness of cyber updates. It also explores where current reporting supports strong oversight and where gaps remain.

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Sandip is a seasoned leader and information security professional with more than 25 years of experience in information technology and cybersecurity. Sandip is the Chair for the Cryptography Innovation Hub and advisor to the Security, Compliance & Trust Officer at SAP America. Sandip also serves as a Fractional CISO and member of the board of Advisors for SolonTek. Sandip holds a US patent and a defensive publication for designing and developing a cryptography-based anti-theft algorithm. He has also published books and papers on various security topics.

IANS CISO Roundtables are an exclusive opportunity to connect with peer security executives. The curated agenda is designed to foster conversations between participants, letting them share best practices in an environment free from press or vendors. It’s a closed-door opportunity to tackle the problems that matter most to you and your teams.

Meg Anderson is a former senior executive and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Meg strategically led the vision and execution of enterprise-wide cybersecurity and cyber risk strategy for over 17 years at Principal Financial Group®. Prior to working in information security, Meg spent 20+ years in IT. As CISO, Meg was responsible for safeguarding customer data, ensuring regulatory compliance across global operations, and protecting critical assets in an ever evolving and expanding threat landscape. She partnered directly with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to oversee technology/cyber risk, communicate complex security issues, and align security initiatives with strategic business objectives. Meg actively engaged in peer sharing and mentoring through CISO networks, 1-1 coaching, formal mentoring programs and inspiring emerging talent through universities and other opportunities.

CISOs naturally bring different skill sets and strengths to their roles, and organizations must hire according to business needs. This report provides a holistic view of common CISO skill sets as well as the benefits and disadvantages based on organizational goals and requirements.