There’s been a dramatic increase in the importance and scope of the healthcare Chief Information Security Officer role in recent years, as cybersecurity and data protection challenges escalate in an industry in which reliable, accurate data and patient information is critical. CISOs today are the guardians and gatekeepers who enable hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, and other essential organizations to function, thrive, and fulfill their missions.
To explore the current state of the role, WittKieffer carried out proprietary research on CISOs at the top 100 health systems and conducted a targeted survey of more than 50 healthcare industry CISOs. The report explores:
- Three “phenotypes” that typify the majority of CISOs
- CISO compensation and bonuses
- Past academic and industry experience
- Hiring trends (including internal vs. external appointments)
- Key CISO leadership challenges, team-related issues, and reporting structures
- Budget sizes and priorities
This report – “Healthcare CISOs: A Deep Dive into Talent & Leadership Trends” – is a comprehensive portrait of today’s healthcare CISOs and their roles. It is a must-read for industry information security executives as well as the leaders who hire them.
