The modern CISO is becoming the next CFO

This article argues that the CISO (chief information security officer, the top security leader at a company) role is not becoming obsolete despite its expanding responsibilities, but rather evolving into a broader strategic executive position similar to how the CFO (chief financial officer) transformed over two decades. As cyber incidents now pose significant business risks affecting operations, revenue, and customer trust, CISOs are increasingly expected to participate in enterprise-wide decision-making, AI governance, and regulatory compliance, making security a core business concern rather than a back-office technical function.