Security Has Become a Business Risk Function – But We’re Still Training It Like an IT Role
Michael Chukwube ● February 19, 2026
Key Takeaways:
Security Is Now a Board-Level Risk Issue: Cybersecurity is no longer just about firewalls and patches; it directly affects revenue, reputation, compliance, and investor confidence. Yet many organizations still treat it as a back-office IT function instead of a core business risk discipline.