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Cybersecurity and Governance in the Digital Age

In: Cybersecurity Governance

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  • Kok Boon Oh

    (eGalaxy Solutions Pty Ltd)

  • Giang Hoang

    (Monash University)

  • John Sturdy

    (Texila College Australia)

  • Sarah Shuaiqi Guo

    (SERVTAC Chartered Accountant, Melbourne)

Abstract

Organizations must understand the role governance plays in cybersecurity management and familiarize themselves with the relevant mechanisms for operationalizing governance programs in the digital landscape. Corporate governance describes the methods used to govern businesses and their goals. It indicates who is in charge, who is responsible, and who makes choices. It also serves as an essential toolkit for the Board and management to deal with business difficulties more skillfully. This chapter introduces cybersecurity governance and the essentials for developing a holistic and practical governance framework that optimizes cyber risk control. The essential ingredients for creating a solid cybersecurity governance posture in the firm include leadership, strategic and tactical planning, structure, tools and techniques, policies, and procedures. For instance, leadership is crucial in managing and aligning people within a company by incorporating and interconnecting the corporate vision, strategies, policies, and procedures in all cybersecurity activities. This chapter previews how governance is essential in framing the policies, systems, and procedures for managing cyber threats and maintaining compliance.

Suggested Citation

  • Kok Boon Oh & Giang Hoang & John Sturdy & Sarah Shuaiqi Guo, 2025. "Cybersecurity and Governance in the Digital Age," Springer Books, in: Cybersecurity Governance, chapter 1, pages 1-17, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-981-95-3865-2_1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-3865-2_1
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