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Tech marketers: Check out this great opportunity to connect with IT buyers and cybersecurity leaders!

26 people. That’s the average number of influencers in an enterprise IT purchase. Connecting with just the CIO isn’t enough anymore—you need to engage CFOs, CSOs, Chief AI Officers, engineers, and more. 👉 Foundry’s Role & Influence research reveals how to engage key decision-makers through multi-channel strategies, trusted first-party data, and persona-driven messaging. 🔗 Download the report: https://hubs.li/Q03LlrQK0 #Foundry #CIO #TechResearch #AI #B2BMarketing #TechTrends #DigitalTransformation #B2B

Foundry is honored to be named a finalist in FOLIO:'s 2025 Eddie & Ozzie Awards, earning an impressive 31 nominations across all five of our English-language editorial brands! Congratulations to our writers, editors, and contributors for their exceptional work and unwavering commitment to editorial excellence. https://hubs.li/Q03K7rqP0 #EddieOzzieAwards #Finalist #B2B #Nominee #Foundry

How does a massive organization like the United States Marine Corps speed up IT delivery without sacrificing security or compliance? MCCS’ Operation StormBreaker did just that—shifting from rigid waterfall development to agile and DevOps practices, building CI/CD pipelines, and automating ATO (Authorization to Operate) controls. The results? 🚀 What previously took 18 months now takes one day. Millions saved. Real value delivered. 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gSDTMQvk These are the kind of insights and case studies you’ll see at CSO Conference & Awards, October 20–22 in Southern California. 🎟️ 👉 Register ASAP to learn, network, and lead at the frontier of cybersecurity innovation: https://lnkd.in/gGQSpJhv 🤝 Partnership opportunities still available for brands wanting to connect with top security leaders. #CSOConference #CybersecurityInnovation #DevOps #AgileSecurity #RiskManagement #CSOConference #PublicSectorTech #TechLeadership

Wesco’s security team didn’t just manage risk — they reimagined it. Their Prioritized Risk Management Initiative, which consolidates global data feeds and uses AI to cut through noise, earned Wesco a 2025 CSO Award for turning complexity into clarity. 🚨 Fewer false alarms. 💡 Smarter decisions. 🔐 Stronger posture. You can explore Wesco’s story below — and better yet, join us in Southern California to meet the leaders behind these award-winning initiatives. 📅 The CSO Conference & Awards is happening October 20–22 in Indian Wells, CA. 🎟️ Register now to attend - https://lnkd.in/gGQSpJhv 🤝 Sponsorship opportunities are still available — showcase your brand alongside the industry’s best. https://lnkd.in/gW6KhMAi #CSOAwards #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #AI #CSOConference #B2BMarketing #CISO

Can better security actually improve the customer experience? At Principal Financial Group, the answer is yes. Their adoption of biometric authentication is helping reduce fraud, eliminate password friction, and deliver a more secure and seamless digital experience. Learn how this forward-thinking approach is setting a new standard for security and usability: https://lnkd.in/gyj-5769 💡 Want more real-world examples like this? Join us at the 2025 CSO Conference & Awards, October 20–22 in Southern California. 🎟 Registration is open: https://lnkd.in/gjw-Afx2 🤝 Sponsorship opportunities are still available #CSO2025 #Cybersecurity #BiometricSecurity #FraudPrevention #CSOConference #SecurityInnovation #DigitalTrust #TechLeadership #RiskManagement CIO Online CSO Online Melanie Bergen Cribl Onfido

A must-read from CSO Hall of Fame inductee Meg Anderson on life after the CISO role, how to invest in what really matters, and the AI shift that’s redefining how security leaders think. Her reflections on mentorship, strategic focus, and preparing the next generation of cyber talent hit especially hard right now. 📖 Read the full feature below 👇 Catch Meg live at the 2025 CSO Conference & Awards, October 20–22 in Southern California. 🎟 Registration is open: https://lnkd.in/gkSFh2Zp 🤝 Sponsorship opportunities available #CSO2025 #CybersecurityLeadership #CSOHallofFame #RiskStrategy #CISO #AIinSecurity #SecurityInnovation #WomenInCybersecurity Principal Financial Group Crible Onfido

In our conversation with The University of Texas System CISO and author George Finney, he discusses what every security leader should be thinking about right now: ⚡ Quantum-era decryption and ransomware risks 🤖 AI as a career starter, not a job killer 💼 CISOs finally getting real boardroom influence Read the full Q&A: https://lnkd.in/gvu5VHjy George Finney is a 2025 CSO Hall of Fame inductee, and you can hear more insights like these at the CSO Online Conference & Awards, happening October 20–22 in Southern California. 🎟 Register now to join the conversation with the leaders shaping the future of cybersecurity 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGYZWJez 🤝 Sponsorship opportunities are still available for companies ready to connect with the industry’s most influential security decision-makers #Cybersecurity #CISO #AI #ZeroTrust #CSOConference #CSOHallOfFame CIO Online CSO Online PC World Macworld Computerworld

How do you protect critical infrastructure from third-party cyber risks? Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) found the answer with its Vendor Security Risk Assessment (VSRA) program, a process that vets new vendors for security vulnerabilities before they connect to sensitive systems or data. Since launching in 2023, GRU has: ✅ Assessed 144 vendors ✅ Avoided 70+ medium- to high-risk vulnerabilities ✅ Cut manual work by 50% ✅ Improved compliance with SOC 2, HIPAA, and other standards Read about how GRU built the program and overcame resistance, and get advice from CIO Walter Banks about developing a vendor risk assessment program. https://lnkd.in/g3AXA9xX GRU’s vendor risk assessment project will receive a 2025 CSO Award at the CSO Conference & Awards, held October 20-22 in Southern California. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gG97XGWM 💼 Partnership opportunities still available #CyberSecurity #VendorRiskAssessment #CIO #CSOConference #ThirdPartyRisk #SecurityLeadership CIO Online CSO Online Computerworld InfoWorld PC World

🚨 Now’s the moment to maximise your 2025 marketing impact.   On 12 November 2025, the 5th Anniversary CIO100 & CSO30 ASEAN & HK Awards will unite the region’s top CIOs & CSOs — the decision-makers driving digital transformation and security innovation across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong.   📈 Why now? Boost opportunity with exposure to C-level IT & security leaders Drive Q4 pipeline impact and close 2025 strong Position your brand for a powerful start to 2026 Elevate your thought leadership on a regional stage 🛡 CIO100 celebrates the top 100 tech leaders shaping business impact 🔐 CSO30 recognises the top 30 security executives safeguarding digital resilience   It’s your chance to put your brand at the heart of the conversation before the year-end. 📩 Act now — secure your sponsorship today. https://lnkd.in/gSCPAktf