Protecting Directors: Cybersecurity

As high–net-worth individuals with access to sensitive company information, board members are
increasingly targeted by cyber-threat actors. Awareness of these threats—and personal
vigilance—are essential to stay protected.

In this episode, cybersecurity expert and board member Ron Green talks with NACD program
manager of digital and cybersecurity content Dylan Sandlin. Together, they discuss personal
cybersecurity for board members and the cyber risks they face. They also dive into how directors
can be targeted and best practices for personal digital hygiene.

Host: Dylan Sandlin, program manager of digital and cybersecurity content, NACD

Guest: Ron Green, NACD.DC ® , partner in the CISO/CSO advisory practice, 5OH Consulting; board
member, SailPoint, Santander Bank; former chair, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Cybersecurity Advisory Committee, US Secret Service Cyber Investigations Advisory Board

Related NACD Resources:   

•  Director’s Handbook on Cyber-Risk Oversight
•  “A Director’s Digital Life May Be a Liability”
•  Personal Cybersecurity Protection Guide for Corporate Directors

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