A Study on Strategic Integration of Cyber Security in Corporate Governance

Sunita Vijaykumar Deshmukh

Abstract: The rapid digitalization of business processes has elevated cyber security from a technical concern to a core element of corporate governance. Cyber risks now pose strategic, financial, operational, and reputational threats, compelling organizations to embed cyber security into governance structures, decision?making, and accountability mechanisms. This research paper, based on secondary data from academic literature, regulatory guidelines, industry reports, and global cyber security frameworks, examines the strategic integration of cyber security in corporate governance. It analyzes key challenges, evaluates existing governance frameworks, and identifies best practices for strengthening cyber resilience. The study concludes that effective integration requires board?level oversight, risk?based approaches, cross?functional collaboration, and alignment with global standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and OECD principles.

Keywords: Cyber security, Corporate Governance, Cyber Risk Management, Cyber Resilience, Board Oversight, Cyber security Frameworks

How to Cite?: Sunita Vijaykumar Deshmukh, "A Study on Strategic Integration of Cyber Security in Corporate Governance", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 199-202, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SC26211111001, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SC26211111001

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