Increased workloads, strategic influence and technical focus -- CISO predictions for 2026

The task of the CISO has historically been an underappreciated one. But as businesses wake up to the fact that cybersecurity issues can represent a threat to the entire business it has taken on more significance. Here’s how a range of industry experts see the future for CISOs and their role as we head into 2026. Simon King, head of information security at the Infinigate Group, says, “In 2026, the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be widely expected to be a strategic one. CISOs are increasingly acting as bridge-builders between technical security, regulatory compliance, and broader corporate… [Continue Reading]