As attacks grow more complex and security stacks more bloated, many organizations are reaching a breaking point in operational effectiveness. This panel will explore how leading security executives are shifting their mindset—moving away from layered complexity toward streamlined, strategic architectures. By rethinking how tools are integrated, how teams are aligned, and how risk is communicated, CISOs are finding new ways to reduce noise and increase impact. This discussion will highlight practical strategies for building a cybersecurity program that is simpler, stronger, and more aligned with the business.

Discussion Points:

• Adopting technologies that reduce friction and streamline operations

• Creating tighter, more collaborative alignment between IT and security teams

• Designing cybersecurity programs for clarity, agility, and resilience