Unlocking business value: The transformative role of the security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team

Thursday
 
28
 
November
1:50 pm
 - 
2:30 pm

Speakers

Nick Vallianos

Nick Vallianos

Senior Security Compliance Analyst
Zendesk

Synopsis

In the rapidly changing digital environment, the role of the Security GRC team is evolving from a gatekeeper to a strategic partner. This presentation proposes a transformative perspective, envisioning the GRC team as the "Office of Unlock" - a strategic enabler that unlocks business value, fosters innovation, and effectively manages risk and compliance.

The presentation will explore the GRC team's unique cross-functional position that enables it to understand the organisation's strategic objectives, operational processes, technology infrastructure, and risk environment. It will highlight how this broad perspective allows the GRC team to align security, risk, and compliance initiatives with business goals, driving organisational change and enabling business initiatives.

We will delve into the critical role of the GRC team in balancing security controls and business agility, and how it can design and implement controls that provide robust protection without impeding business operations. The presentation will argue for the GRC team to adopt a proactive and collaborative approach, engaging with various stakeholders, staying up to date with emerging trends, and adjusting its strategies and tactics as required.

By transcending its conventional boundaries and embracing its role as the Office of Unlock, the GRC team can play a pivotal role in unlocking business potential. It can guide the organisation in navigating the complex digital landscape, seizing opportunities, and achieving its strategic objectives in a secure and compliant manner.

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