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Although this may at first sound like an unnecessary
characteristic of an information security manager, it
can be very important when it comes to dealings with
both top management and representatives from external
organizations. Just as we judge a book by its cover, the
information security manager will be judged adversely
if he or she does not pay attention to personal grooming,
does not take care to dress professionally, and/or does
not conduct him- or herself in a professional manner.
The information security manager is an important
spokesperson who will be a role model and focal point
for many people. This person needs to inspire respect
and admiration. If the information security manager is
disorganized, unfocused, slovenly and poorly spoken,
then people will discount what he or she says, and the
projects that he or she promotes will fall on deaf ears. To
even mention this point may seem to be an unwarranted emphasis on external appearance and behavior, but this
is the way that the world works, and organizations that
ignore it do so at their own peril.
INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS
 Introduction
Excellent communication skills
Good relationship management skills
Ability to manage many important projects simultaneously
Ability to resolve conflicts between security and business objectives
Ability to see the big picture
Basic familiarity with information security technology
Real world hands-on experience
Commitment to staying on top of the technology
Honesty and high-integrity character
Familiarity with information security management
Tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
Demonstrated good judgement
Ability to work independently
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Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Made Easy, Version 2
By Charles Cresson Wood
278 pages; $495
Published by Information Shield
Download Appendix B, Personal Qualifications
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