The Roundtable

In the intricate world of cybersecurity, a dangerous misconception often lurks within the boardrooms and executive suites of even the most diligent organizations: the belief that achieving compliance equates to achieving security. In the landscape of 2026, the regulatory environment has become a labyrinth. Between the evolved European AI Act, the tightening grip of the SEC’s disclosure mandates, and a patchwork of global privacy laws, the modern Chief Information Security Off

In today’s volatile threat landscape, a critical shift has occurred in the boardroom: cybersecurity is no longer just an "IT issue" to be delegated to the help desk. It is a foundational business risk that directly impacts revenue, reputation, and operational continuity. For growth-minded mid-market companies, the realization is dawning that they need executive-level security leadership to navigate complex compliance requirements, customer demands, and evolving threats. The q