Burnout burden: why CISOs are at breaking point, what needs to change | Computer Weekly

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This article argues that CISOs are under unsustainable pressure because their responsibilities keep expanding while budgets, authority, and support lag behind. It says AI can help with detection and triage, but it cannot replace leadership, accountability, or business judgment. The piece also warns that over-automation of junior security work may weaken the future talent pipeline. It calls for stronger governance, more CISO independence, and a role that better reflects security’s importance to business continuity and resilience.

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