The Role of a CISO in Modern Software Security
As a seasoned CISO with decades of experience in software security, I’ve seen organizations struggle—and succeed—in securing their digital assets. In today’s interconnected world, security is no longer just an IT issue; it’s a business imperative. Organizations that fail to implement robust security measures risk financial losses, reputational damage, and legal repercussions.
About Sarah Bixley
Sarah Bixley – Consulting CISO & Cybersecurity Storyteller
Sarah Bixley is a seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with over two decades of experience navigating the unpredictable world of IT security. As a consulting CISO for digital organizations, she has seen firsthand how even the most well-intentioned security initiatives can go off the rails. That’s why she brings her expertise—and a healthy dose of humor—to the ezRACI blog, where she shares monthly insights, best practices, and lessons learned from the trenches of cybersecurity leadership.
A University of Florida graduate (Class of 2002), Sarah has spent the last 20+ years advising businesses on how to secure their digital assets without losing their sanity. She knows that being a CISO isn’t just about technical controls—it’s about balancing risk, managing stakeholder expectations, and sometimes just surviving the chaos. Through her writing, she breaks down complex security challenges into digestible, actionable advice, helping fellow security professionals tackle their responsibilities with confidence (and maybe even a smile).
Outside of work, Sarah and her husband—a dedicated dentist—lead a household where oral health is taken as seriously as cybersecurity. With four teenage boys, she has mastered the art of handling constant risk assessments, whether it’s safeguarding enterprise data or keeping her sons from wrecking their mountain bikes on Jacksonville’s best trails. When she’s not advising organizations on security strategy, you’ll likely find her tearing through the woods on a bike with her family or tending to her garden.
Through ezRACI, Sarah helps security leaders avoid common pitfalls, optimize their workflows, and make smarter, more strategic decisions. Whether she’s tackling vendor headaches, compliance nightmares, or the art of saying “no” without making enemies, her insights offer a fresh, practical perspective that CISOs everywhere can relate to.
Follow Sarah’s monthly ezRACI blog series to learn how to navigate the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape—without losing your sanity.