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Chief Information Security Officer

A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is an executive-level position responsible for the strategy, operations, and budget for the protection of an enterprise's information assets.

Most common technical skills for Chief Information Technology Officer roles

According to market employment data, these are the top technical skills requested by employers:

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Information systems
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Computer science
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Auditing
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Artificial intelligence
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Risk management
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Technology solutions
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Continuous improvement process

Gain the technical skills needed to advance your career

You can rely on ISACA to provide the training, credentials, tools, and resources needed to meet current employer demands and emerging needs not yet widely represented in job descriptions.

Certified Information Security Manager
Certification

CISM—Certified Information Security Manager

CISM certification indicates expertise in information security governance, program development and management, incident management and risk management.
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Certificate

Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework Foundation Certificate

The Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework Foundation Certificate validates your foundational knowledge of digital trust and the Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework.
AI Governance: Principles, Strategies and Business Alignment
Online Course

AI Governance: Principles, Strategies and Business Alignment Course

AI in general may not be new, but the explosion of generative AI has thrust the topic into headlines with regards to bias, ethical usage, intellectual property rights, privacy and use of technology just to name a few.
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Certification

CRISC—Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

CRISC certification indicates expertise in identifying and managing enterprise IT risk and implementing and maintaining information systems controls.
AI Threat Landscape
Online Course

AI Threat Landscape: Attacks, Risk, and Security Measures Online Course

AI in general may not be new, but the explosion of generative AI has thrust the topic into headlines with regards to bias, ethical usage, intellectual property rights, privacy and use of technology just to name a few.

Machine Learning for Business Enablement Online Course
Online Course

Machine Learning for Business Enablement Online Course

Machine learning is a longstanding subset of artificial intelligence that enables computers to learn from data.
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Certificate

IT Audit Fundamentals Certificate

IT Audit Fundamentals is ideal for professionals who are just starting out in auditing or who want to transition their career into IT audit. You’ll build the foundational know-how that’s needed to be an IT auditor.
AI Elevate Your Expertise
Online Course

Ethical Perspectives in AI: Implications, Principles, and Social Dynamics Online Course

While AI could have myriad benefits across a variety of industries, there are many ethical considerations that need to be made before implementing an AI-powered resource.

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