Tag: Security Leadership

The Science Channel documentary, "Dark Web: Fighting Cybercrime," shows why practice runs are essential to help security teams and business leaders keep their cool in the face of a cyberattack.

The 2018 Cost of a Data Breach Study from Ponemon Institute reveals that the total cost, per-capita cost and average size of a data breach have all increased year over year.

The latest report from the DCRO urged top leadership to become more engaged in cyber risk governance and to hold all departments — not just IT — accountable for proper security hygiene.

Although IT leaders have traditionally struggled to gain executive buy-in for greater security budgets, recent data revealed that cyberthreat concerns are creeping closer to the top of CEOs' agendas.

Experts at the 2018 RSA Conference demonstrated how increasing collaboration and accountability around cyber risk management is the best way to protect your critical assets.

To alleviate the cybersecurity hiring gap, CISOs should look to tap new pools of talent in adjacent industries and help new hires develop their security skills through thorough, regular training.

When it comes to cybersecurity reporting, CISOs must communicate security risks, priorities and initiatives in the language of business to earn the attention and respect of board directors.

Many people are intimidated by the thought of security careers. Why? They incorrectly believe all security jobs require technical expertise, as well as extensive academic training and certifications.

Although concern about cybersecurity risk management is at an all-time high, a recent survey revealed that less than a quarter of CIOs feel prepared to deal with an attack.

Human error, credential misuse and disgruntled employees aren't the most common threats security leaders have to face — but the complexities of these incidents make insider threats the stuff of CISO nightmares.