The information security profession is a 'war for talent' today, says recruiter Kathy Lavinder. But to win the war requires specialized skill sets. Here are today's top requirements.
Which Internet security threats pose the greatest risks to organizations in 2012 and beyond? Symantec has just released its Internet Security Threat Report, which reveals some surprising trends.
How can organizations ensure that their information security staff is mitigating the latest threats? And what truly defines an information security professional? Here are some of the key ingredients.
International law enforcement agencies last week touted the takedown of 36 websites that were used to sell stolen debit and credit data for more than 2.5 million accounts. But how much of an impact will the takedown ultimately have on card fraud?
Symantec says Internet vulnerabilities are down, but don't get too comfortable. We can expect more attacks in 2012. Why are the same threats still posing so much concern?
How will Diane Ness and BITS help banks reduce fraud? As the new head of fraud-reduction programs for the technology division of the Financial Services Roundtable, Ness says education and communication about emerging threats will be a priority.
Creating a "culture of compliance" that emphasizes the importance of privacy requires far more than "management by committee," says change management specialist Jan Hillier.
Ignorance is not bliss. Two new studies, when viewed together, show that consumers' ignorance of the consequences of their actions coupled with enterprises' unawareness of their computing environment equal unacceptable risk.
Should you accept a Facebook friend request from your boss? And if you don't accept the invitation, could that decision possibly hurt your career? I asked our advisers, who offer thoughtful insights.
From 2010: When he first learned of the full magnitude of the Heartland Payment Systems data breach, Heartland CEO Bob Carr had one overriding thought: "Can we survive this?"
Jason Clark, CSO of Websense, has spent a significant amount of time meeting with over 400 CSOs. From his interactions, Clark offers his advice on how chief information security officers can be more effective.
Banking institutions have fought phishing and ACH fraud, but increasingly fraudsters are exploiting call centers. Where are the vulnerabilities and how can institutions fight back?
Customer awareness is important, especially as a fraud detection/prevention tool. Read how one sharp-eyed UPS driver recently helped foil an ATM skimming scam at a bank in New York.
Earlier this month, I had the chance to attend RSA Conference 2012, which always reminds me how fluid our industry is, and how important it is to stay educated and abreast of change.
An Oregon nursing assistant spent eight days in jail for invasion of personal privacy on Facebook. The case provides an eye-opening lesson about the consequences of misusing social media.
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