The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Part four of our four-part series From cybersecurity skills shortages to the pressures of hybrid work, the challenges facing organizations are at an all-time high. FIPS-203 enables legal PQC deployment, prompting CISOs to overhaul encryption strategies.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

Cary, NC, May 28, 2024, CyberNewsWire — If there is a single theme circulating among Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) right now, it is the question of how to get stakeholders on board with more robust cybersecurity training protocols. The human factor Cybersecurity is not just about technology; it’s about people.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 12, 2020

It's like a match made in cybersecurity heaven. Georgia State University cybersecurity mentorship program. How does the cybersecurity mentorship program work? Each student gets paired with a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to test cybersecurity tools for organizations.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Yet, the recent cybersecurity breach at the beloved doughnut chain highlights critical lessons for organizations of all sizes and industries. Cybersecurity experts often ask critical questions: "What is our attack surface?" Organizations must view cybersecurity as a business-critical investment rather than a technical checkbox.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 11, 2021

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Luis Gonsalves, Head of Security for Portugal’s central bank, and founder of the Cloud Security Alliance’s Portugal Chapter, says Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) stands out from other technical certifications. That’s the real differentiator ,” he says. Read the Full Article.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Recently, a friend posted a wonderful piece attributed to their hero, the CISO. In business today, the role of a CISO is crucial. With the consistency and severity of cyber attacks and data breaches worsening, compliance becoming a minefield, organisations are turning to (and paying) CISOs for protection and guidance.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Cybersecurity training has steadily gained traction in corporate settings over the past decade, and rightfully so. Cybersecurity education for kids is therefore a smart investment. We know that we will need many more experts in cybersecurity than we are currently grooming. Investing in the future. Tools and approaches.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has started a campaign to increase awareness of these risks to U.S. Educate your employees on threats and risks such as phishing and malware. Therefore, educating your employees about the importance of security to your network is critical. businesses called #ShieldsUp.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 11, 2021

Kerissa joins the show to discuss the cybersecurity skills shortage and her initiative to recruit brilliant minds from across an array of fields who have skill sets applicable to cybersecurity, but they might not even know it - check it out.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 26, 2021

That means cybersecurity training and education so that key stakeholders understand the risks that businesses are facing, and which strategies are most effective for protection. Who should receive cybersecurity training in your organization? How much depends on the extent of the CIO’s involvement in cybersecurity.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 3, 2023

A survey of global cybersecurity leaders through the 2023 Certified CISO Hall of Fame Report commissioned by the EC-Council identified 4 primary areas of grave concern: cloud security, data security, security governance, and lack of cybersecurity talent.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2021

The cybersecurity mantra at Jefferson Health is “if we can’t do it well, we’re not going to do it” says Mark Odom, CISO of the Philadelphia-based healthcare organization. Such an approach has proved integral to Jefferson Health’s fast-tracked transition to a cloud-first, remote model to meet the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Embrace the challenges of cybersecurity leadership For many of us in the security industry, it ' s the pinnacle of our career. And now, you finally got that call, to be a CISO at an organization. Was there a previous CISO? It's also extremely important to understand the history of the CISO role in the past.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Heath Renfrow, CISO and Co-founder of Fenix24, noted: "While I commend law enforcement and all involved in Operation Heart Blocker for their successful efforts in dismantling a key cybercriminal network, it will have minimal impact on slowing the larger cybercrime epidemic that continues to escalate.

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Dark Reading

AUGUST 29, 2023

CISOs need to educate all arms of the business on security best practices so it becomes part of the business culture, thus expanding who's keeping watch. Automating routine tasks will help scale security.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

22, 2024, CyberNewsWire — In modern business, cybersecurity is not merely a technical concern but a crucial financial safeguard. With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, the financial implications of neglecting cybersecurity training are severe and multifaceted. Cary, NC, Aug. million more in beach costs.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 2, 2023

Matias Madou, Co-Founder and CTO, Secure Code Warrior Nearly thirty years after the first CISO role was established at Citicorp , the role finds itself in a difficult position. How can CISOs best advocate their value? And how does the business’s cybersecurity budget compare with the scale of attacks?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

On this episode of The View With Vizard, Mike Vizard talks with CyberGRX CISO Dave Stapleton about the Cybersecurity Literacy Act, its promise and whether or not it will actually make a difference. The post Will the Cybersecurity Literacy Act Make a Difference? The video is below followed by a transcript of the conversation.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 2, 2018

NCSA operates the StaySafeOnline website that provides a variety of cybersecurity educational resources and programs. Schrader: We are a leading nonpartisan, nonprofit group that’s very involved as a convener of experts to talk about a number of the top issues in cybersecurity. LW: How did this organization get started?

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2021

Mário João Fernandes, born and raised in Mozambique, has been working in the banking sector for 29 years and has been fulfilling dedicated security roles in the cybersecurity space for over 11 years. The post Hi-5 With A CISO <br><br> Mário Fernandes, Banco BPI appeared first on CybeReady.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 21, 2022

With continued challenges from remote and hybrid working, increased economic unrest and geopolitical conflict, and a new gang of teenage hackers , 2022 has certainly thrown cybersecurity professionals some curveballs. Increased challenges for web application asset management. The economic downturn fuels more sophisticated cyber crime.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 17, 2022

In cybersecurity we often face a bias towards lagging indicators, unfortunately. Cybersecurity nuances. One could argue that the true lagging indicator in cybersecurity is a breach, and that anything that helps prevent a breach, like adopting a “ shift left ” philosophy as part of a DevSecOps initiative, is a leading indicator.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2023

Cybersecurity professionals have various views on last week's news from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) when it surprised the InfoSec community and the C-suites of corporate America. Currently, many public companies provide cybersecurity disclosure to investors.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Recently, while co-hosting a webinar that kicked off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a panelist commented that cybersecurity and privacy are team sports on a campus, much like our athletic teams. As part of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and “Do Your Part. Higher education campuses in the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. Michael Gregg is the CISO for the State of North Dakota. He was voted one of the top 100 CISOs for 2023, has been invited to the White House, has testified before the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 3, 2022

Last year, SecureWorld News covered a story detailing the turmoil surrounding the cybersecurity industry in Florida and why CISOs and tech leaders were frequently leaving their positions after only a few months on the job. What will Florida's cybersecurity initiative look like? billion since 2019. Current estimates say that 2.7

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Chief information security officers (CISOs) should proactively implement strategies and protect their infrastructures against hacking months and weeks leading up to this busy time of the year.  Top holiday cybersecurity tips for CISOs With so many things going on, where should you focus your resources?

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Cybersecurity champions programs nurture and encourage cybersecurity awareness within a business, combining education with peer-to-peer collaboration to embed a culture of security understanding, support, and positive behavior among a workforce. To read this article in full, please click here

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2023

In today’s technological world, educating people about cybersecurity awareness is an absolute necessity. These errors are not always entirely preventable, as some level of human error is inevitable, but proper training in cybersecurity awareness can greatly.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 14, 2022

Having a cybersecurity position at the top of the list is exciting for a young industry that has struggled with perception problems. It highlights the importance of cybersecurity at a time when cyber threats have become one of the top concerns for all types of organizations, both in the private and public sectors, and regardless of size.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2022

By: Matt Lindley, COO and CISO of NINJIO. To avoid these risks, companies need to develop a culture of cybersecurity that will lead to sustainable behavioral change whether employees are in the office or not. This is why cybersecurity education has never been more important.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2022

A look ahead to 2023 we can expect to see changes in MFA, continued Hactivism from non-state actors, CISOs lean in on more proactive security and crypto-jackers will get more savvy. 5 – Recession requires CISOs to get frank with the board about proactive security. By Marcus Fowler, CEO of Darktrace Federal.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 18, 2022

In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. Andrew Wilder is the Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Hillenbrand. Question : Why did you decide to pursue cybersecurity as a career path?

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

On November 1, 2023, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) took a significant step toward strengthening cybersecurity defenses across the financial sector by finalizing amendments to Part 500 of its cybersecurity regulations.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

Employee cybersecurity training has come a long way in the last few years. These days, all employees need to be well educated in security best practices and good habits if the organization wishes to steer clear of ransomware and malware. Top Cybersecurity Training Tools for Employees. Education tailored to users.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

All you IT professionals out there in UK, are you interested in making Cybersecurity as your main career option…? CISO or Chief Information Security Officer – A CISO’s role is to plan, design and implement security strategies across the organization.

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