In a recent closed-door roundtable as part of Telefónica Tech’s CISO series, CISOs and senior security leaders came together under Chatham House Rules for a rare and candid conversation. No slide decks. No sales pitches. Just honest dialogue about what it really means to lead security in today’s complex, high-stakes environments.

What emerged was a refreshingly open discussion covering burnout, cultural blockers, legacy risk, automation, and the critical need for resilience. But alongside the challenges were practical insights, shared lessons, and a recognition that progress is being made. Not just through technology, but in leadership, strategy, and mindset.