2023 State of Data Security Governance Report

This report presents the findings of a study conducted by Privacera in January 2023, focusing on the current landscape of data security governance. The study surveyed 250 CIOs, CAOs, CDAOs, and CISOs from various industries with annual revenues exceeding $500 million. It examines the challenges organizations face in data management, particularly regarding governance, compliance, and data accessibility. Key insights include the distribution of data governance responsibilities, with 68% of respondents indicating that CIOs and CDAOs oversee governance. The report also highlights the primary goals of data security governance strategies, such as data protection and enhancing business growth. Additionally, it discusses the prevalent issues organizations encounter, including data quality, access policies, and the need for scalable governance solutions. The findings underscore the importance of collaboration among data, IT, and security teams to address these challenges and improve data-driven decision-making.