The role of the CIO (Chief Information Officer) and CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) have become increasingly important in recent years as organizations place more emphasis on digital transformation and information security. While both positions are crucial in their own way, the top priorities for CIO and CISO can often differ. In this article, we will explore the top five priorities for CIOs and CISOs and how Zero Trust can help them align by addressing the challenges they face, including ransomware threats. Top 5 priorities for CIOs: