⚠️ One overlooked technical issue could become a major financial, operational or reputational crisis.
But what exactly is IT risk, and why do organizations invest so much in managing it?
In this episode of The Cyber Weekly Podcast, Deo Okello sits down with IT risk and security professional Peter Muhumuza to break down IT risk in practical, easy-to-understand language.
You will learn:
🔍 How technical weaknesses become business risks
📊 How organizations classify and track risks
⚖️ Which risks can be accepted and which require immediate action
🚀 How risk professionals support innovation without becoming “Mr. No”
🤝 Why third-party and vendor risk assessments matter
☁️ The risks created by cloud concentration and AI adoption
✅ Why passing an audit does not mean risk management is complete
📈 How technical professionals can begin transitioning into IT risk within 90 days
Peter also explains why effective IT risk management is about more than fixing technical problems. It requires understanding business priorities, regulatory obligations, operational downtime and financial exposure.
If you work in cybersecurity, IT, banking, fintech, audit, governance or risk management, this conversation is for you.
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