From Risk To Resilience - The CISO’s Perspective: Rohit Parchuri’s Cybersecurity Playbook for Executives

In this episode of CyberOXtales, host Neatsun Ziv, CEO of OX Security, sits down with Rohit Parchuri, CISO at Yext, to discuss the art of building a culture of security within organizations. Rohit shares his journey from a budding cybersecurity enthusiast in South India to becoming a strategic leader responsible for managing cyber risk at the executive level.

The conversation delves into the complexities of the CISO role, the significance of a structured cyber risk program, and the importance of aligning security efforts with business priorities. With actionable insights, Rohit highlights how organizations can empower their teams, establish risk committees, and seamlessly integrate audit processes to create a resilient cybersecurity strategy.

About Our Guest:

Rohit Parchuri is a seasoned cybersecurity professional and the Chief Information Security Officer at Yext, where he oversees strategic risk management and cybersecurity operations. With a technical foundation in electronics and communications and a passion for understanding cyber risks, Rohit has navigated diverse roles in network security, compliance, application security, and governance. His approach combines technical acumen with a focus on empowering organizations to embrace a culture of security.

Connect with Rohit: LinkedIn

Key Takeaways:

• Security Culture Is Key: Driving a company-wide culture of security ensures every employee contributes to the organization’s safety.
• Risk Management Should Align with Business Goals: Cyber risk programs should reflect the organization’s strategic priorities and compliance obligations.
• Communication Matters: Translating technical cybersecurity risks into language executives can act on is crucial.
• Collaboration Drives Success: Establishing committees and fostering teamwork ensures cohesive and effective cybersecurity efforts.
• Audit Integration Enhances Oversight: Seamlessly integrating audit processes into risk management provides a unified view of organizational risks.