CISOs on a Shoestring: Doing More with Less

Cyberthreats don’t shrink when budgets do. For many CISOs, especially in the post-secondary sector, the challenge is clear: How do you build and maintain a strong security posture with limited funding and resources? I will break down how to lead security efforts with agility, creativity, and impact—even when budgets are tight. This session will explore (a.) How to prioritize what really matters in security, (b.) Building strong partnerships across departments, (c.) Communicating risk without fear, and (d.) Driving innovation without big spending. This isn’t about cutting costs. It’s about redefining what efficient, effective, and resilient cybersecurity leadership looks like today.