Healthcare CISOs have seen their roles elevate in prominence as digital technologies shape healthcare delivery, particularly given the intensified cybersecurity landscape, said Nick Giannas, Principal at WittKieffer. A study that surveyed over 50 individuals outlined three distinct CISO phenotypes; hybrids, recent healthcare transplants and healthcare natives. Giannas and Zachary Durst, IT Practice Consultant, emphasized the importance of internal development, remote opportunities, and soft skills for CISOs.
Senators grill UnitedHealth CEO on cyber-attack
Sen. Ron Wyden has criticized UnitedHealth for failing to have sufficient cybersecurity measures in place after a cyber-attack on its subsidiary, Change Healthcare, exposed patient
