Ouch! Security Pros' Worst Mistakes
We've all done regrettable things on the job, but does any valuable wisdom come of it? Four security pros candidly explain their biggest blunders and what they learned in the process.
Leading a Converged Security Operation: Critical Skills
The cultural challenges are significant, and the CSO has to lead the way in learning and changing. We spoke with several converged CSOs for their take on building the necessary skills to hold the job.
How to Recruit and Retain the Best Young Security Employees
Today's youngest generation of workers, known as Generation Y, have different career goals than their parents did. What do you need to know to get them to work for you?
Security and the Generational Divide
Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y each present unique security challenges in the workplace. Do employees know what types of physical and digital risk they create? And do you know how to communicate with each group?
Federated ID: An Idea Whose Time Never Came?
A few years ago, advocates for federated ID management said the technology would be in mainstream use by now. That prediction hasn't come to pass for a variety of reasons.
Data Breach Fallout: Do CISOs Need Legal Protection?
Since the security executive is on the hot seat after a data breach, some industry experts suggest CISOs get themselves some form of liability protection. The downside is that such protection could shield those who deserve the blame for an incident.
Dual Threats: How to Build Expertise, Certifications in Multiple Subjects
Four professionals discuss the value of MBAs, CFAs and other certifications and degrees from beyond the security field. Should you become a 'dual threat'?
Security and Business: Communication 101
Communication skills are the number one requirement for leadership success. In security, step one in communication is understanding the language and priorities of the business.
How IT Security Pros Blow Off Steam
An IT security pro's job can be hell. To stay sane, it helps to have an outlet to wring out the stress at day's end. Here's what some of your peers are doing.
Broken Windows Revisited: Why Insecure Software and Security Products Hurt the Global Economy
Geekonomics author David Rice on what a tailor can teach us about security
Data Center Directions Virtual Conference
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Maximizing Site Visitor Trust Using Extended Validation SSL
Now with Extended Validation (EV) SSL available from VeriSign, you can show your customers that they can trust your site. Learn about EV SSL benefits in the free VeriSign white paper.
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