Joseph Steinberg

OCTOBER 6, 2022

According to prosecutors, Sullivan broke multiple laws when he failed to disclose the subsequent breach to government regulators; a federal jury in San Francisco consisting of six women and six men yesterday convicted him of two crimes: obstructing the FTC’s investigation and acting to conceal a felony from authorities. Click To Tweet.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

There are a range of distinct roles/missions that hold the CISO title. The post Different Types of CISOs, Diverse Missions appeared first on Security Boulevard. Their ultimate goals are similar, but how they are positioned to do that varies.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Insight #1: Chuck the checkbox, seize real risk To achieve a strong security posture, CISOs must avoid a "checkbox mentality" that prioritizes compliance over actual risk management and instead cultivate a security culture that is demonstrated in practice.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2022

The role of the CISO has evolved, and so have the responsibilities. Some believe a CISO must have technical knowledge and experience as a cybersecurity professional, others think leadership skills such as being able to communicate with boards are what matters most. To read this article in full, please click here

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 29, 2024

The indictment of the SolarWinds CISO by the SEC served as a harsh wake-up call to the corporate world. The post What the Charges Against the SolarWinds CISO Mean for Security in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 16, 2021

When it comes to cybersecurity governance and management, there is no “one size fits all” approach. Today’s CISOs have a far wider range of responsibilities than their predecessors as heads of IT security. The post The “Office of the CISO”: A New Structure for Cybersecurity Governance appeared first on The State of Security.

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CSO Magazine

JUNE 8, 2022

Looking for your next position as a CISO, preferably one with more pay, better benefits, and more on-the-job responsibilities/respect? Then you need to know what skills and qualities prospective employers are seeking now from their CISO hires to maximize your chances of getting your dream job. Previous CISO experience (probably).

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Security Boulevard

MAY 12, 2023

This results in headaches for CIOs and CISOs who want to ensure organizations. The post Identity Governance: Right People, Right Access, Right Time appeared first on Security Boulevard. In doing so, IT teams are facing new challenges to ensure the right level of access to the right people at the right time.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 21, 2024

Modern chief information security officers (CISOs) are navigating tough circumstances due to complex challenges and heightened regulatory pressures. The post It’s a Hard Time to Be a CISO. Transformational Leadership is More Important Than Ever. appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 3, 2023

This is why CISOs everywhere should be concerned. Government secrets: Classified information, military secrets, or other sensitive government information that can be used for espionage. CISOs should begin to familiarize themselves with these and evaluate their potential suitability for adoption.

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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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Security Boulevard

MAY 26, 2021

A few days ago, I had the privilege of attending a boardroom discussion of CISOs at the virtual Chicago CISO […]. The post CISO Roundtable Recap: Rethinking Security and Governance in the Public Cloud appeared first on Sonrai Security.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2021

Mentioning the phrase “shadow IT” to CISOs often results in an eye-roll or a grimace. As one who spent most of his adult life within government dealing with home-based IT capabilities that far outstripped those in the office, I know this feeling. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ].

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The State of Security

JULY 3, 2022

The job of a CISO is one of constant change and unexpected challenges. One of the most energetic environments to govern is that of a university. The post CISO Interview Series: The challenges of being the CISO for the University of Oxford. This is an audience not known for slow-motion […]… Read More.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 30, 2024

and its Chief CISO, Timothy G. government agencies and Fortune 500 companies. The case highlights the critical role of CISOs and other cybersecurity leaders in maintaining transparent and effective security practices. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against SolarWinds Corp.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 28, 2024

Just like pilot awareness is crucial during unexpected aviation events, cybersecurity's traditional focus on infrastructure needs to shift to more adept governance. The post Cybersecurity Infrastructure Investment Crashes and Burns Without Governance appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 19, 2023

On January 11, 2023, presiding United States District Judge William Orrick in San Francisco denied the motion of Joe Sullivan, the former CISO of Uber, for a judgment of acquittal. The post Former Uber CISO Conviction Affirmed by Trial Court appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Cisco Security

JULY 1, 2021

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is the organization’s senior executive in charge of the cybersecurity and the information technology risk management posture of the enterprise. federal government in particular, the CISO reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). In many organizations, and in the U.S.

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Digital Guardian

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Meanwhile, the FTC is amending its data breach reporting rules, CISA may be seeing budget cuts, and a high-profile CISO was charged with fraud. A recent spike in ransomware has prompted dozens of countries to agree to stop paying ransoms. Catch up on it all in this week's Friday Five!

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Cisco Security

JANUARY 10, 2023

In my role, I regularly engage with CISOs in all kinds of sectors, representatives at industry bodies, and experts at analyst houses. This gives me an invaluable macroview not only of how the last 12 months have affected organizations and what CISOs are thinking about, but also how the upcoming year is shaping up.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 17, 2021

Do you have control of your information in each country, or does the government also have access (and control) of your data? There is no one-size-fits-all set of rules and therein lays the conundrum for CISOs, especially those whose customer base or digital infrastructure crosses political boundaries.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2023

In a sentencing memorandum filed with a San Francisco federal court on April 27, 2023, prosecutors argued that Joe Sullivan—the former CISO of Uber and a former federal computer crimes prosecutor himself (with the same office)—should serve 15 months in federal prison for his role in the ride-sharing company’s concealment of a data breach.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 13, 2022

A global survey from recruitment firm Marlin Hawk that polled 470 CISOs at organizations with more than 10,000 employees found nearly half (45%) have been in their current role for two years or less. The post Survey Reveals Limits of CISOs’ Management Experience appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

However, this year is different as CISA and the US government have decided to not petition social media networks to take down inaccurate information as they have done in the past.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

One groundbreaking solution that can help […] The post Strengthening Cybersecurity in Local Government: How to Protect Networks Amid an Epidemic appeared first on CISO Global. The post Strengthening Cybersecurity in Local Government: How to Protect Networks Amid an Epidemic appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

CISOs report a growing focus on managing AI-generated vulnerabilities and addressing insider threats amplified by the misuse of advanced AI tools. CISOs are working on improving collaboration with federal partners to share intelligence and best practices for AI threat management. Promote the CISO's role in digital transformation.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 3, 2023

Have you started pulling together information for the government’s requirement of self-attestation as to the security practices you follow in your SDLC for any software used or purchased by the U.S. federal government? The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 3/3 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CSO Magazine

MAY 9, 2022

But Engle says he didn’t like other aspects of his position, particularly the governance and regulatory requirement tasks that intensified following the 2002 passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. I liked that thrill of putting solutions in place that stop something bad from happening,” he adds. To read this article in full, please click here

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Lobbying from ITIC has pushed back on the recent OMB 22-18 directive to require self-attestations and SBOMs from software vendors selling to the US Government. Multiple state governments have banned TikTok on state-owned devices over the past few weeks due to concerns over how data has been managed. Insight #2. ".

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 30, 2022

With 50% of java applications still running on java applications, and attackers focusing their efforts on government and FinTech victims, they will expand in 2023.". . The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 12/30 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Insight #2. ".

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Lohrman on Security

APRIL 10, 2022

How can public-sector CISOs navigate the complicated issues surrounding budgets? Through good times and bad, these ideas can help.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 3, 2022

The job of a CISO is one of constant change and unexpected challenges. One of the most energetic environments to govern is that of a university. The post CISO Interview Series: The challenges of being the CISO for the University of Oxford. This is an audience not known for slow-motion […]… Read More.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

I really love what the government is trying to achieve, and the recent BOD 23-01 directive really hits home. One thing we know is that most regulations that start in the government make their way into the mainstream public sector in some way, shape, or form. Insight #2. ". Do you use the same password across multiple accounts?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 10, 2021

If your ultimate goal is the CISO chair, there’s several steps you need to follow to get there, and it’s smart to keep your eyes open for those opportunities along the way. Remesh Ramachandran, a security researcher and consultant for the government, spells it out in a Medium post. CGEIT: Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2023

Sam Masiello , CISO, The Anschutz Corporation: "I would expect that many CISOs today are feeling as if their job just got harder and now has a brighter spotlight shining specifically on them. Many CISOs are already burnt out, and there is shortage of qualified CISOs globally. CISOs are expected to be a unicorn already.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 16, 2023

The post What the White House’s Cybersecurity Strategy Means for CISOs appeared first on Security Boulevard. And lately, these types of attacks have started impacting businesses that affect the entire population. For example, the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack in 2021 led to.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 16, 2023

agencies and a spate of state government organizations and educational institutions. The post MOVEit Attack Strikes US and State Governments appeared first on Security Boulevard. A global attack campaign fueled by a vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer, a popular file transfer application, has now struck the U.S.

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