By Januarius Asongu

 This phenomenological study explores the influence of organizational culture on employee compliance with cybersecurity policies within the financial sector. Through in-depth interviews with employees from a mid-sized financial institution, the research uncovers lived experiences, perceptions, and cultural factors shaping security behaviors. Key themes include the perception of policies as burdens versus protections, leadership's role in modeling culture, and the tension between formal policies and informal norms. Findings contribute to theoretical models of organizational culture and practical recommendations for enhancing compliance. The study adheres to an interpretivist paradigm, emphasizing qualitative insights into human factors in cybersecurity.