Aligning Cybersecurity Governance with Regulatory Compliance: Policy Integration Challenges in Healthcare Organizations
TL;DR
It is shown that misalignment between compliance and operational security can result in gaps in risk management, reduced system effectiveness, and governance inefficiencies, and practical implications for integrating regulatory requirements into cybersecurity governance frameworks.
Abstract
This research examines the relationship between cybersecurity governance and regulatory compliance in healthcare organizations, with a focus on policy integration challenges. As healthcare systems operate under strict regulatory frameworks, including data protection and privacy requirements, organizations must align cybersecurity practices with compliance obligations. However, compliance-driven approaches may not fully address operational cybersecurity risks, particularly in complex and rapidly evolving environments. This study adopts a conceptual governance analysis, informed by evidence from organizational cases, to explore how policy frameworks, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity practices interact. The findings indicate that misalignment between compliance and operational security can result in gaps in risk management, reduced system effectiveness, and governance inefficiencies. The article introduces a policy–governance alignment model and provides practical implications for integrating regulatory requirements into cybersecurity governance frameworks.