Mary K. Pratt
Contributing Writer
Mary K. Pratt is a freelance writer based in Massachusetts.
Building stronger multicloud security: 3 key elements
If complexity is the enemy of security, multicloud presents a formidable foe. Here, experts offer advice on rising to the challenges of securing multicloud environments.
Do you have a security tools gap?
Studies show that most CISOs think they have a security tools gap, but a deeper dive into the issue uncovers a much more complex dynamic.
6 security shortcomings that COVID-19 exposed
The pandemic is constantly testing the strength of enterprise security; it has also revealed numerous weak spots.
The CISO’s newest responsibility: Building trust
Leading CISOs have already embraced the concept of trust as a deliverable and indeed are making it the central theme of their entire security function.
Taking aim at the cybersecurity skills shortage: 5 approaches to closing the gap
Programs have emerged to draw professionals into the field and prepare them for jobs, but their task is daunting.
What it takes to be a transformational CISO
The skills and traits of effective change leaders.
Eli Lilly security finds strength in flexibility in WFH shift
CISO Meredith Harper shares the greatest challenges her organization faced in the wide-scale move to work-from-home and lessons learned that will outlast the pandemic.
10 value-adds that CISOs can deliver
Savvy security chiefs are generating returns for their organizations beyond enabling secure business operations. Here's how they do it.
Threat hunting explained: Taking an active approach to defense
Threat hunting is the practice of proactively searching for threats that are hiding in an organization's systems – before they attack.
How to make your security team more business savvy
CISOs are finding ways to inject more business skills into their teams through recruitment, training and staffing strategies that broaden workers’ horizons — strategies that they say are paying off with stronger security and better...
PCI compliance: 4 steps to properly scope a PCI assessment
Although it might sound straightforward, scoping a PCI assessment can be a challenge even for experienced organizations. Experts offer their best advice for avoiding PCI missteps.
10 essential negotiation tactics CISOs should know
Lose that winner takes all mentality and build your negotiation muscle with advice from security leaders and negotiation experts.
Rethinking security hiring: How COVID-19 is changing talent acquisition
Staffing needs remain high, forcing companies to adapt their recruiting and onboarding practices — often for the better.
The CISO's guide to securely handling layoffs
Follow these 10 best practices to limit risks to your organization.
5 risk management mistakes CISOs still make
Cybersecurity is now a board-level issue, but many organizations still struggle to get security risk management right.
10 ways to get more from your security budget
In today's economic climate, CISOs have to make every penny count and maximize every dollar. Here’s how some do that.
10 markers of a great cybersecurity program
How strong is your security program? These ten indicators will help you recognize greatness in your own organization and serve as a guide for what to look for in a partner.
6 security metrics that matter – and 4 that don’t
The increasingly high stakes of getting security right and growing board interest means metrics are more important than ever. But there are some metrics that are more useful than others.
How to write an effective information security policy
An information security policy is a high-level view of what should be done within a company in regard to information security. Here's how to create one that is an effective tool for improving your security posture.
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