Jinan Budge
Principal Analyst
Author Insights
Research Announcement — The Forrester Wave™: Managed Security Service Providers In Asia Pacific, Q1 2019
Research announcement: My first Forrester Wave™ will be evaluating managed security service providers in Asia Pacific for Q1 2019. Gather round! The managed security service provider (MSSP) market has seen a massive shift fueled by a shortage in security skills and increased complexity on all fronts (business, technology, threats, regulations, etc.). This has invited many […]
What Makes A Superstar Security Leader?
I’m so excited about my latest contribution to our research on “How To Become A Superstar Security Leader” (led by my fabulous colleagues Claire O’Malley and Chris McClean). I often get asked by clients and colleagues I speak with: “What does a modern-day CISO look like? What qualities do great CISOs have?” This can be […]
Have We Nailed It, Or Do We Still Need To Talk About Security Communications?
In 2011, I published a report titled “How To Market Security To Gain Influence And Secure Budget.” I am now going through the process of refreshing this report, and it got me thinking: What has changed in the space of security communications and influence since 2011? Do I still need to write about the importance […]
Insights On Cybersecurity From Board Members
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the rare opportunity to meet with board members and discuss their views on cybersecurity. Many of the questions I posed were sourced from my LinkedIn community, where 25-plus people suggested 50-plus unique questions (eek!). Even in our short time together, I was left with a much deeper understanding and […]
Cybersecurity In Singapore: Reflections Of A Visitor (And A New Fan)
I have just spent the last week in Singapore delivering speeches and meeting a multitude of clients in a series of what turned out to be back-to-back meetings. In the same way that I love traveling, exploring new cultures, eating different foods, and losing myself in the company of friends, I love doing the same […]
Cybersecurity Transformation Is A Thing, And It Needs Personal And Relentless Drive
Well, it’s happening! My first Forrester report was published this week. (Forrester clients can access here.) The topic? Cybersecurity transformation, of course! It’s what I have lived and breathed for the last 3.5 years. I have also engaged peer CISOs doing terrific work transforming their firms’ security function and capabilities — I’ve always had a passion […]
Building The Language Bridge Between Security And The C-Suite
If you had half an hour with a board member and you wanted to get coaching from them about how to communicate with them about security, what would you ask them? In a few weeks’ time, I will have just that opportunity when I facilitate a panel with some prominent board directors. Getting inside the […]