James A. Martin
James A. Martin is a seasoned tech journalist and blogger based in San Francisco and winner of the 2014 ASBPE National Gold award for his CIO.com blog. He writes CIO.com's Living the Tech Life blog and is also a content marketing consultant.
Top 10 global cybersecurity hubs for 2019
Many cities and regions are vying for the title of Cybersecurity Capital. Here are 10 of the leading and emerging contenders.
What is shadow IoT? How to mitigate the risk
When someone in your organization starts using internet-connected devices without IT’s knowledge, that’s shadow IoT. Here's what you need to know about its growing risk.
What is IAM? Identity and access management explained
IAM products provide IT managers with tools and technologies for controlling user access to critical information within an organization.
5 things to know about fitness trackers and security in 2018
Activity trackers, including dedicated fitness trackers and smartwatches, can expose enterprise networks if not properly managed and connected.
What is access control? A key component of data security
Access control is a method of guaranteeing that users are who they say they are and that they have the appropriate access to company data. It is a vital aspect of data security, but it has some significant enforcement challenges.
12 famous (and infamous) IT security disasters
Arrogance and excessive pride may be the deadly sins of IT security
7 things your IT disaster recovery plan should cover
Enterprise networks and data access can be knocked out without warning, thanks to natural and man-made disasters. You can’t stop them all from happening, of course, but with a good disaster recovery plan you can be better prepared for...
Who is a target for ransomware attacks?
While any enterprise is a possible ransomware target, some are more likely than others to be caught in a cybercriminal’s crosshairs.
How to spot and prevent insider threats
Are departing employees taking data with them? Here’s what you need to know about detecting insider threats and better protecting your enterprise network and proprietary information.
How to keep virtual assistants from sharing your company's secrets
Consumers love talking to Alexa, Siri, Cortana and Google Now. But what should CIOs be doing to prepare for the growing use of virtual assistants among their employees?
