How to Build a Security Team That Actually Enables the Business with Olivier Busolini

Episode notes

In this episode of The Connectivity Cloud Podcast with Cloudflare, host Mark Dembo is joined by Olivier Busolini, Group Head of Information Security at Mashreq, to explore how cybersecurity leadership has transformed from a purely technical function to a strategic business partnership. What You’ll Learn How to transition from technical roles to strategic security leadership The framework for measuring meaningful security impact through business enablement Why embedding security through shifting left and Business Information Security Officers (BISOs) is crucial for scaling security How to effectively communicate security priorities across different business units, cultures, and stakeholders Why developing cross-cultural communication skills is essential for modern security leadership Olivier Busolini is the Group Head of Information Security at Mashreq, bringing over 30 years of distinguished experience in IT and cybersecurity leadership.

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