[Verse 1] They hand you the keys to the kingdom's gate Say "keep it secure" - that's your mandate But when budgets come calling, they turn away No resources given for the price you'll pay You're signing your name on the dotted line While they hold the purse strings, the board, the time [Chorus] Authority-Liability, the scales don't align Executive blame but a junior's design Document everything, make your case clear When the breach comes calling, you'll need proof here A-L imbalance, it's a dangerous game Maximum exposure with minimum claim [Verse 2] The compliance report sits on your desk Red flags waving but they say "don't stress" "Keep it quiet, don't rock the boat" While externally we're the security quote They want clean presentations for the board upstairs But legal says silence could cost you years [Chorus] Authority-Liability, the scales don't align Executive blame but a junior's design Document everything, make your case clear When the breach comes calling, you'll need proof here A-L imbalance, it's a dangerous game Maximum exposure with minimum claim [Bridge] Internal memos are your shield and sword Every risk you flag, every meeting word When they say we're secure to the world outside But you've warned them twice about the holes they hide Paper trails will save you when the lawsuits fly Evidence speaks when executives lie [Verse 3] The paradox lives in every CISO's role Accountable for what you can't control They want the title but not the power You're left defending in the final hour So build your fortress of documented truth Because liability's coming with or without proof [Final Chorus] Authority-Liability, the scales don't align Executive blame but a junior's design Document everything, make your case clear When the breach comes calling, you'll need proof here A-L imbalance, it's a dangerous game Know the rules or you'll carry the blame [Outro] Maximum liability, minimum authority That's the CISO reality
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