With the dynamic climate of corporate cyber-risk, cyber-security, corporate GRC, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance and IT Operations has revealed a need for the rise of the Cyber Risk Officer (CRO) and the Cyber Security Officer (CSO). The need for cultural change and innovation is driving a new perspective and re-alignment in the roles and responsibilities. We need current day cyber athletes, cyber warriors plus their executive team leaders to meet the demands of this dynamic set of operational needs and compliance requirements.