In The Cyber Savvy Boardroom, Homaira Akbari and Shamla Naidoo, two longtime cybersecurity experts and board directors, draw on their deep knowledge of the field and extensive experience of working with board of directors of large and small companies to explain the essentials of cybersecurity. They make abstract and highly technical concepts comprehensible to public and private company board members, C-level executives, and leaders of not-for-profit organizations.

Today, cybersecurity is a C-level and board-level imperative, but cybersecurity concepts are a challenge for board directors. They may not be as familiar with cybersecurity compared to other longer-tenured disciplines such as finance, sales, and human capital management. Because cybersecurity knowledge among board directors varies widely, board-level cybersecurity discussions are often frustrating for all parties involved.

Every board director knows they need to become more knowledgeable about cybersecurity. They are willing to delve into their companies' significant cybersecurity risks, especially in view of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) new cybersecurity disclosure rules. But the technical nature of the subject, with its rapidly-changing concepts, can introduce complexity and confusion. CISOs' and CIOs' detailed explanations often lead to overly technical discussions that don't assist the board in fulfilling its essential governance role.

In this single, short volume, Akbari and Naidoo take a pragmatic approach. They provide a clear explanation of the cybersecurity landscape that effectively organizes the topic as a series of priority concepts. These concepts enable better dialogue with security practitioners and lay the groundwork for future learning. The Cyber Savvy Boardroom provides business leaders with the necessary cybersecurity knowledge to enhance businesses' capacity to embark on successful digital journeys.

For Akbari and Naidoo, this book is an act of giving back to worldwide communities of professionals who care to make the world more secure and equitable for everyone. Any proceeds received will be donated to charitable causes.

Cybersecurity is definitely a hot topic for boards of directors everywhere. The Cyber Savvy Boardroom is a must-read about the risks and rewards of cybersecurity.
Ana Botín, Executive Chair of Santander Group

This book should be read at least once by each Board of Directors to get a full view of cybersecurity and how organizations should be protected. On the basis of these focused explanations, all board members can reach out to their CISO and expect to fully understand the risk in their business.
Bernard Gavgani, Group CIO BNP Paribas

Cybersecurity knowledge is now essential at the board level, especially for risk management. This book therefore is a must read. It translates a complicated topic with many nuances into easily understood concepts that help every board director feel better prepared.
John Thompson, Partner, Lightspeed Ventures, and former Chair, Microsoft

Much has been written about cybersecurity. But this excellent, thoughtful and practical book puts the issues in proper perspective. A good read for any board member.
Seifi Ghasemi, Chairman, President and CEO, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.