The Double Bind surfaces in tech/security hierarchies where the CTO manages the Head of Security, and is officially accountable for delivering on growth opportunities as well as managing security risks.
While there are great CTOs out there that are conscientious and thoughtful about this double-bind, most aren’t.
It’s good to have open discussions about upside opportunity versus downside risk and generally that happens best when your boss’ bonus doesn’t primarily depend on them maximising upside.
While there are great CTOs out there that are conscientious and thoughtful about this double-bind, most aren’t.
It’s good to have open discussions about upside opportunity versus downside risk and generally that happens best when your boss’ bonus doesn’t primarily depend on them maximising upside.