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Network security implications of the Great Resignation

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Network security implications of the Great Resignation

Despite the joy younger generations derive from poking fun at the older cohorts of the population, the inevitable retirement of these veteran professionals — particularly in technical roles like network engineers, IT, cybersecurity, etc. — will create serious security implications. A 2023 study of this impending wave of retirements (aptly dubbed the Great Resignation) surveyed CIOs and network engineers in multiple Western countries, discovering that 86% of US-based CIOs expect that at least 25% of…

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Understand security recruitment to advance your career

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Understand security recruitment to advance your career

The corporate security recruitment landscape of today looks quite different from that of 10 years ago. Technological advancements that benefit hiring companies and candidates alike have grown and their effect on recruitment has been noticed. It is interesting to evaluate how some recruitment practices have evolved to meet these challenges. Some of these shifts have been beneficial while others have created an impersonal, transactional environment. Recruitment companies of all sizes around the globe adapt in…

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Mentorship advances security careers

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Mentorship advances security careers

What are the most important qualities, skills or experiences to seek when looking to advance a career in security? When asking security leaders this question, the responses are endless. Curiosity is a common answer. “Stay thirsty,” says Jordan Avnaim, Chief Information Security Officer at Entrust. “Ask questions, listen, and learn from others’ experiences. Be daring. Safely experiment and be comfortable making mistakes.” The ability to constantly learn and ask questions is another. In a world of…

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Starting a job in tech? Read this advice to maximize your experience

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Starting a job in tech? Read this advice to maximize your experience

It’s that time of the year. New graduates have just begun to enter the workforce, re-fueling a cybersecurity industry that desperately needs talent around the world. Right now, the shortage sits at just under four million unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally, with the gap rising year-over-year, according to the nonprofit ISC2.  It is imperative that the industry do all it can to retain new graduates who are entering the industry, but there are steps that grads…

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Unlocking secrets of AI-proof industries: Security and cash-in-transit

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Unlocking secrets of AI-proof industries: Security and cash-in-transit

In a world dominated by the rapid advancement of AI, a number of industries are experiencing shifts in how they operate. The security and cash-in-transit sectors, however, stand as significant exceptions where human judgment and adaptability remain essential. The often unpredictable nature of these fields underscores why human involvement is crucial despite the growing capabilities of AI in these spaces. Human judgment prevails In security and cash-in-transit operations, human judgment isn’t just a component, it’s…

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Effective security career management

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Effective security career management

The groundwork for success in your security career lies in careful consideration of your goals, your drive and your ability to reach them. Every security professional goes through this complex process at some point in their career. Effective career management is the opposite of chance. It is based on accurate analysis of your situation, skills, and attributes followed by action you take to improve your position to succeed. The only person who has all this…

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The CISO role will either flourish or vanish

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The CISO role will either flourish or vanish

Without a doubt, any C-level executive title comes at a personal cost — sleepless nights, countless questions and loads of responsibilities. That said, I believe today’s role of the CISO is accompanied by enormous pressures. Consequently, the way the role is currently structured does not set the CISO, nor the organization, up for success.  In speaking with my peers across the industry, I realize that we’re at a pivotal time for CISOs. Since its creation…

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The power of podcasts

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The power of podcasts

A goal of the editorial team at Security magazine is to provide insightful thought-leadership focused content from security leaders to our readers through as many routes as possible. One way we do this is through our podcast channel, The Security Podcasts. In addition to our monthly eMagazine and ongoing web coverage, Security magazine regularly releases podcast episodes which feature cybersecurity and physical security leaders from various industries. These security professionals share insights and stories from their experiences and careers providing leadership…

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How law enforcement can prepare for a career in the private sector

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How law enforcement can prepare for a career in the private sector

Security is known to be a fast-paced field, and security leaders often find themselves in vastly different positions than they held a few decades ago. Oftentimes, this includes a shift between public and private sector careers. Two security leaders discuss their experience moving out of public security and law enforcement and into the private sector. Scott Ashworth, Global Security and Resilience Leader at Google Transitioning away from law enforcement proved to be a challenging decision….

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Do security job titles affect your job search strategy?

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Do security job titles affect your job search strategy?

Security professionals angling for top jobs in the industry often focus on the role of Chief Security Officer. Is that the best job search strategy?  The job title “Chief Security Officer” became an ANSI standard in 2009 and has been revised on occasion to refine and update responsibilities. Developed by ASIS International, the original concept of the CSO role envisioned the position as having responsibility for the strategy and governance of security related risks facing…

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