Why Security Culture is a Leadership Discipline, Not a Training Module  Over the past 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of acting as an augmented or virtual CISO, partnering with organizations across industries, and sitting in more conversations with CISOs than I can count. One thing I’ve consistently observed: an extremely common aspect behind the biggest breaches is not just a failed firewall or an alert that got buried — it’s cultural failure. 

Are there cybersecurity perception gaps at your organization? The results of the Bitdefender 2025 Cybersecurity Assessment indicate the answer is likely “yes” and you may not even know it.

New technologies offer many exciting opportunities, but striking a balance between innovation and ensuring sensitive information remains protected and IT infrastructure stays secure remains a significant challenge. Many organizations lack the expertise to effectively navigate the full spectrum of cybersecurity risks. 

Cybersecurity threats don’t wait for your business to catch up—and neither should your strategy. As companies grow, embrace digital transformation, or pursue new markets, they often face a painful truth: their internal security teams aren’t keeping pace. Whether it’s compliance demands, evolving threats, or complex risk landscapes, many organizations find themselves reacting instead of leading.