Candy Alexander, Chief Information Security Officer and Security Practice Lead at NeuEon Inc. discusses the challenges and realities of being a CISO, emphasizing the importance of technical skills, strategic thinking, and effective communication with the C-suite. She further highlights the necessity of understanding and aligning with business strategies, developing robust security architectures, and maintaining operational focus. She offers valuable insights into managing cybersecurity risks, incident response strategies, and the critical role of backups and cloud strategies in mitigating the impacts of cyber incidents like ransomware attacks.