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Making security a more welcoming field for women
Job postings that suggest a frat house mindset, work-life imbalance, and pay gaps are among the areas companies should focus on if they want to hire and keep more women cybersecurity professionals.
How WiCyS is taking on security’s image problem
Since 2012, Women in Cybersecurity has been breaking down barriers by building a community focused on recruiting, retaining, and advancing women.
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Women in cybersecurity need more than inspiration
Why are there so few women in cybersecurity? Here’s one big reason that hardly anyone talks about: caregiving responsibilities.
How BIC is removing roadblocks for Black security pros
Blacks in Cybersecurity offers a “spinning wheel of resources” to help its members advance their cybersecurity skills and careers, says founder and CEO Michaela Barnett.
Microsoft touts first PCs to ship natively with secure Pluton chip
Along with thwarting malware, the Pluton chip handles BitLocker, Windows Hello, and System Guard and might help prevent physical insider attacks. The technology is also being used in Azure Sphere in the cloud.
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TIAA boosts cybersecurity talent strategy with university partnership
CISO Tim Byrd teams up with New York University Tandon School of Engineering to create a new educational pathway for TIAA employees.
CISOs, what's in your work-from-home program?
CISOs reveal how their secure remote work strategies are set up for the long haul.
Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2021
The cybersecurity market is hot, and vendors are buying competitors to solidify their position or acquiring other firms to expand their offerings.
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Diversity in cybersecurity: Barriers and opportunities for women and minorities
Women and minorities interested in cybersecurity face headwinds. Here’s a look at the challenges they face and what can be done.
Cybersecurity spending trends for 2022: Investing in the future
As security budgets continue to rise, where is the money going? Recent surveys offer insight into CISO spending for the year ahead.
8 top ethical hacking certifications employers value
If you're looking for a job as a penetration tester, these certs will help you demonstrate your hacking skills and your commitment to the field.
How the UK Cyber Security Council Careers Route Map addresses workforce shortages
The UK Cyber Security Council CEO Simon Hepburn discusses how the self-regulatory body’s Careers Route Map is helping job seekers enter and succeed in the UK cybersecurity industry.
Seven strategies for building a great security team
The dangers of a dysfunctional security team are easy to imagine, ranging from difficulty attracting and retaining talent to putting your organization at risk. These seven steps can make a world of difference.
Poorly educated boards mean less cybersecurity funding for ANZ CISOs
Just a quarter of board members in Australia and New Zealand understand cybersecurity well enough to make appropriate funding decisions, according to a recent survey.
HP CISO Joanna Burkey: Securing remote workers requires a collaborative approach
New research finds 91% of IT teams feel pressure to compromise cybersecurity for WFH business continuity. HP CISO Joanna Burkey urges security leaders to tackle workforce IT conflicts to secure the remote and hybrid workplace.
8 must-ask security analyst interview questions
These essential interview questions will reveal whether a candidate has the skills and traits needed for this in-demand security role.
7 key data points on the cybersecurity skills shortage
The global cybersecurity skills shortage is as bad as it has ever been, and most organizations are feeling the pinch, new research finds. But cybersecurity professionals have many recommendations for addressing this situation.
CISOs’ 15 top strategic priorities for 2021
Mitigating third-party risk, baking security into the development process, defending against ransomware attacks, keeping pace with digital transformation efforts—these are just a few things that are top-of-mind for CISOs today.
Recent shadow IT related incidents present lessons to CISOs
Employee use of unauthorized applications and services have resulted in high-profile data losses and exposure. CISOs need to understand why shadow IT exists before they can address it.
Real IT leadership: Selling the transformative dream
It's one thing to cook up a great new initiative, but making it happen requires powers of persuasion, solid partnerships, and access to genuine technical insight.