Leadership in Security & Risk

Tired of juggling 16 separate vendor RFIs every year? Discover how SimpleRisk transformed one client’s chaotic third-party assessments into a single, streamlined process.

For many CISOs, the hardest part of the job can be the business conversation that happens long before anything goes wrong. Learn the language of the boardroom to win over executive decision makers and justify security spending.

If Excel were enough for risk management, the GRC industry wouldn’t exist. Here’s why relying on spreadsheets and generic SaaS tools can actually increase risk, and how centralization restores control.

A successful risk management plan starts with clarity: knowing where you’re vulnerable and how those vulnerabilities translate into threats. In this post, we share five practical tips to help you design a plan that’s both measurable and actionable.

Your IT, supply chain, and operations teams may all see the same risks—but they don’t measure them the same way. That gap could be the biggest security vulnerability in your organization today.

What do flash floods, frozen tents, and soggy sleeping bags have to do with business? Turns out, camping mishaps are full of risk management lessons every leader should know.

A simple camping trip turned into a crash course in risk management when my sister nearly violated bear safety regulations—risking a $1,000 fine. From compliance mistakes in the wilderness to costly business missteps, this story highlights why understanding and mitigating risks is essential in any environment.

Choosing the right third-party vendors is a lot like picking a reliable climbing partner—technical skills matter, but alignment in risk mindset is just as crucial. Learn how a harrowing descent from a multi-pitch climb revealed key lessons in risk management, trust, and the value of security certifications.

Risk management in business isn't about avoiding danger, it's about understanding and preparing for it. Just like a climber with the right gear, successful companies assess, train, and plan to face the unpredictable terrain ahead.

Discover how combining the FAIR methodology with artificial intelligence revolutionizes risk management by providing precise, scalable, and data-driven insights. Learn how this powerful synergy enhances decision-making, optimizes resource allocation, and transforms how organizations approach risk quantification.

When our outboard motor failed in the middle of the Trinity River, leaving us adrift in a strong current, a cascade of unexpected challenges tested every backup plan we had. This story of quick thinking, layered preparedness, and lessons learned is a perfect metaphor for mastering risk management in life and business.

How do you prove the value of your cybersecurity investments to the business? By shifting the focus from risk reduction to cybersecurity maturity, this post explores how to measure and communicate meaningful progress in building a stronger, more resilient organization.

Check out this guest blog from Michael Rasmussen of GRC 20/20 to learn about seven strategies to mature your existing GRC program for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness.

SimpleRisk partners with various MSSP providers to give customers a one-stop "GRC-as-a-Service" offering.  Learn more about how this works and whether the SimpleRisk GRCaaS platform may be a good fit for your organization.

Explaining risk management to someone new to the concept can be a challenge, but it’s a skill we use daily without realizing it. Learn how a conversation about home security turned into a practical analogy for understanding risks and how SimpleRisk helps prioritize and address them.

I joined Kyle Burt's "Dialed In" podcast to discuss cybersecurity topics like Bluekeep, career paths, and improving personal security. Missed it live? Watch the replay for an hour of insights and tips!

Discover how we used the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) to assess maturity, identify risks, and build a strategic roadmap for National Instruments’ cybersecurity program. Learn how SimpleRisk streamlined this process to turn insights into actionable results!

Feeling overwhelmed by security vulnerabilities that seem beyond your control? Learn how implementing a formal risk management program can help you communicate more effectively with management and shift the focus to actionable risk mitigation strategies.

Curious about how Table Top Exercises (TTX) can improve your organization's security incident response? Discover the valuable lessons learned from a first-hand TTX experience and why it's an essential tool for identifying gaps and enhancing preparedness.