Cyber Risk Management in Practice: A Guide to Real-World Solutions is your companion in the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity. Whether youre expanding your knowledge or looking to sharpen your existing skills, this book demystifies the complexities of cyber risk management, offering clear, actionable strategies to enhance your organizations security posture. With a focus on real-world solutions, this guide balances practical application with foundational knowledge.
Key Features:
Foundational insights: Explore fundamental concepts, frameworks, and required skills that form the backbone of a strong and pragmatic cyber risk management program tailored to your organizations unique needs. It covers everything from basic principles and threat modeling to developing a security-first culture that drives change within your organization. Youll also learn how to align cybersecurity practices with business objectives to ensure a solid approach to risk management.
Practical application: Follow a hands-on, step-by-step implementation guide through the complete cyber risk management cycle, from business context analysis to developing and implementing effective treatment strategies. This book includes templates, checklists, and practical advice to execute your cyber risk management implementation, making complex processes manageable and straightforward. Real-world scenarios illustrate common pitfalls and effective solutions.
Advanced strategies: Go beyond the basics to achieve cyber resilience. Explore topics like third-party risk management, integrating cybersecurity with business continuity, and managing the risks of emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing. Learn how to build a proactive defense strategy that evolves with emerging threats and keeps your organization secure.
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"Cyber Risk Management in Practice: A Guide to Real-World Solutions by Carlos Morales serves as a beacon for professionals involved not only in IT or cybersecurity but also across executive and operational roles within organizations. This book is an invaluable resource that I highly recommend for its practical insights and clear guidance."
José Antonio Fernįndez Carbajal
Executive Chairman and CEO of FEMSA
INTRODUCTIONSECTION 1: MASTERING RISK MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS.FUNDAMENTALS OF RISK MANAGEMENTCYBER RISK MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORKSOVERVIEW OF THE 5 STEPS OF RISK MANAGEMENTRisk ContextRisk AssessmentRisk Treatment PlanningRisk Treatment Plans implementationRisk MonitoringRISK REGISTERGOVERNANCE AND CYBERSECURITY CULTUREStarting with Cyber Risk ManagementAligning Corporate Governance and Security CultureSECTION 2: EXECUTING RISK MANAGEMENT, A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDESTARTING THE PROCESS: SCOPE AND INFORMATION GATHERINGUnderstanding Your EnvironmentDefining the ScopeGathering Essential InformationRISK ASSESSMENT: FROM IDENTIFICATION TO CHARACTERIZATIONThe Art of Risk IdentificationAssessing the Impact and Likelihood of RisksRisk Characterization: Aggregation of Risks Above the Risk AppetiteRISK TREATMENT STRATEGIESExploring Risk Treatment OptionsSelecting the Optimal Path ForwardMAKING THINGS HAPPEN: SECURITY INITIATIVES IMPLEMENTATIONEPective Risk Communication StrategiesPutting Plans into Action: Implementation of Risk Treatment MeasuresRISK MONITORING AND METRICSOngoing Monitoring PracticesUtilizing KPIs and KRIs for Insight and OversightSECTION 3: BEYOND BASICS, ELEVATING TO CYBER RESILIENCEBUILDING CYBER RESILIENCEPrinciples of Cyber ResilienceStrategies for Enhancing Organizational ResilienceCase Studies on Recovering from Cyber IncidentsTHIRD-PARTY RISK MANAGEMENTUnderstanding Third-Party Risks in the Supply ChainDue Diligence and Assurance Processes for Third PartiesADVANCING TOWARDS RISK QUANTIFICATIONCurrent Challenges in Cyber Risk ManagementTransitioning to Risk Quantification: Approaches and ToolsCONCLUSIONSUMMARY OF KEY LEARNINGSNEXT STEPS FOR EFFECTIVE RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
Carlos Morales, MBA, A. CCISO, CISM, GRCP, GRCA, CRISC, IRMP, CDPSE, IDPP, IPMP, IAAP, ICEP, is a cybersecurity professional with over 18 years of experience in risk management, privacy, and information security across diverse global landscapes. An advocate for cybersecurity as a business enabler, Carlos is recognized for developing pragmatic, risk-based models that align security initiatives with organizational objectives.
His international expertise is marked by his active participation in initiatives that bridge the gap between the private sector, public institutions, and academia. Carlos has worked with organizations of all sizes around the globe, from multinational conglomerates to startups, bringing a broad, practical perspective across industries. This experience allows him to tailor cybersecurity strategies that are effective and scalable, regardless of organizational size or sector.
He served as an advisor on cybersecurity matters to the Executive Office of the President of Mexico for the National Cybersecurity Plan and was a member of the first Cybersecurity Innovation Council led by the Organization of American States (OAS), where he fostered collaboration among participating countries. At the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), Carlos played an active role in shaping the design of the Cybersecurity HUB and the masters degree in cybersecurity. He continues to share his expertise as a professor in the ITESM Masters program in cybersecurity, guiding the next generation of professionals.
Carlos is also an active participant in international forums, where he shares practical insights and connects with diverse audiences, bridging technical and non-technical perspectives with clarity and impact.
