Cyberattacks increasingly threaten critical infrastructure like hospitals, power grids, and financial systems, prompting Europe to implement new cybersecurity regulations (NIS2, DORA). These rules broaden security requirements, making CISOs more strategic and demanding improved risk management, swift incident reporting, and higher board involvement. The goal is to shift from a compliance mindset to real, risk-based resilience, prioritizing effective controls such as multifactor authentication and robust asset management. Boards are now accountable for cyber risks, and organizations should use specific metrics, such as inventory, privileged access, and timely updates, to measure and manage security posture. The focus is on practical protections that clearly mitigate real threats to society, rather than applying all possible controls equally.