CISO exodus in UK cybersecurity due to escalating personal liability, regulatory pressures, and burnout. This leaves organizations vulnerable as experienced leaders depart, with 72% seeking indemnity insurance. Increased cyber threats and complex compliance requirements exacerbate the crisis, creating a significant experience gap. Solutions include better indemnification policies, investment in AI for workload relief, and fostering a cultural shift towards shared responsibility in cybersecurity. Urgent action is needed to retain expertise before critical knowledge is lost.
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