How to know you’re a real-deal CSO — and whether that job opening truly seeks one

This article discusses how to identify qualified Chief Security Officers (CSOs, top-level security leaders in organizations) and avoid hiring inexperienced people for the role. A real CSO needs skills in technology, business strategy, and clear communication, and understands that their job is to manage risk intelligently rather than simply say 'no' to everything. Hiring the wrong CSO creates false confidence in security and can leave companies vulnerable despite spending large budgets on security tools.