April 29, 2024 at 11:27AM Professionalization for cybersecurity leadership is increasingly crucial due to the rising complexity of cyber threats. The expanded roles of CISOs create a need for personal protections and liability insurance. The resistance to formalizing cybersecurity as a profession stems from its dynamic nature and the varying resources available to professionals. Despite … Read more
April 26, 2024 at 10:04AM In the IT security space, even small issues can lead to serious threats, causing stress and burnout for security professionals. Chief information security officers (CISOs) face personal liability for their organizations’ security. While other areas prioritize speed and minimal viable products, security teams must consider regulations. The MVC approach focuses … Read more
April 25, 2024 at 10:04AM The article covers the SEC’s SolarWinds’ indictments and proposes a remediation safe harbor for cybersecurity incidents. It discusses the discrepancy between SolarWinds’ public cybersecurity statements and internal knowledge of risks, highlighting the need for better cybersecurity disclosures. The author suggests CISOs should have more control over and involvement in company … Read more
April 19, 2024 at 05:15PM CISO Corner offers a diverse set of security articles from across Dark Reading’s news operation. The latest issue includes topics such as AI’s ability to exploit vulnerabilities, combating security burnout, intensifying cyber operations in the Middle East, Cisco’s Hypershield, NIST guidelines, preparing for cyber incidents, and rethinking detection and response … Read more
April 16, 2024 at 04:29PM Kim Larsen, a seasoned cybersecurity leader with 20+ years of Govt and private sector experience, has joined Keepit as the new CISO. Larsen’s expertise spans business-driven security, risk management, and aligning digital strategies. His strategic insights and unique perspective position him to elevate Keepit’s security advisory capabilities and future services. … Read more
March 20, 2024 at 01:47AM NIST released Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 on Feb 26, 2024. It provides guidelines to reduce cyber risk and enhance security posture, consisting of functions and categories. The update introduces Governance as a separate pillar, emphasizing its importance in cybersecurity risk management strategy. The impact will lead to changes in tracking … Read more
March 19, 2024 at 10:02AM The evolving cybersecurity landscape is reshaping the responsibilities of CISOs. To adapt, they must meticulously create and document security protocols. Based on the meeting notes, it’s clear that the evolving cybersecurity landscape is impacting the role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The emphasis was put on the need … Read more
March 13, 2024 at 12:45PM Stephen Ford has joined Rockwell Automation as VP and Chief Information Security Officer. With prior experience at McKesson Corporation, HP, and academic institutions, Ford holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science, an MBA from Prairie View A&M University, and a master’s degree from Harvard University. He will report to Chris … Read more
February 26, 2024 at 12:09PM SecurityWeek’s Cyber Insights 2024 discusses evolving cybersecurity challenges and the impact of AI. The text highlights diverse expert opinions on AI’s role in cyber threats including phishing, deepfakes and disinformation. It also addresses the implications of AI in regulatory environments and proposes a dualistic perspective of AI as both a … Read more
February 16, 2024 at 07:12PM “CISO Corner” offers curated articles for security operations and leadership. It covers topics such as security metrics, convergence of CISO & CIO roles, FCC’s new breach reporting rules, budget trends in the Middle East & Africa, and concerns about Ivanti VPN vulnerabilities. For detailed information, visit Dark Reading’s website. From … Read more