Information for job-seekers, including salaries for jobs in information security, security training, exam program and courses, career opportunities for women, advancement and promotion strategies plus qualifications for becoming a CSO, CISO or executive.
Security jobs survey finds fewer budget cuts, lower security salaries
SearchSecurity.com | 11 Jun 2009 ARTICLE - The period of declining IT security budgets as a result of the global recession may be coming to a close, according to a survey by security certification firm ISC-squared.
Despite recession, pay climbs for top IT security certifications
SearchSecurity.com | 30 Apr 2009 ARTICLE - The value of security certifications continued to increase in Q1 2009, proving that certs could be a worthwhile investment for those looking to boost their salaries.
Security skills pay increases despite economic downturn
SearchSecurity.com | 29 Jan 2009 ARTICLE - Despite the dour economy, new skills pay data suggests security managers are benefiting as CIOs look to retrench to survive the tough times ahead.
How do I transition to a career in IT security?
21 Apr 2009 EXPERT ANSWER - Looking to move into a career in IT security? Network security expert Mike Chapple how to take a business or sales background and turn it into just that.
Getting the CEH certification to join an ethical hacking network
03 Mar 2009 EXPERT ANSWER - With so many security certifications, is it worthwhile to get a Certified Ethical Hacker certificate? Learn whether an ethical hacking certification can help you get ethical hacking jobs.
Finding a security management job after an economic downturn
31 Dec 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - When the economy's tight, what's the best way to find work as a security manager with the CISSP certification? In this expert response, learn how to market your skills to find a security job you're well suited for.
Information security book excerpts and reviews
SearchSecurity.com | 19 Feb 2009 INFORMATION SECURITY BOOKSHELF - Visit the Information Security Bookshelf for book reviews and free chapter downloads.
Security Wire Weekly
23 Feb 2006 FEATURED TOPIC - Get a brief recap of the week's top information security news as reported by SearchSecurity.com's award-winning news team. Listen from your PC or favorite MP3 player.
Information security officers need to sharpen their risk management skills
Information Security Magazine | 01 Nov 2007 COLUMNS - Information security managers should adopt a risk management skill set and move their career paths toward a strategic position, rather than strictly an operational one.
Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP)
06 May 2007 WORD - A Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) is an IT (Information Technology) professional who has received formal training from Cisco Systems in network-related security hardware, software and management. CCSPs are ...
security clearance
15 Apr 2003 WORD - A security clearance is an authorization that allows access to information that would otherwise be forbidden. Security clearances are commonly used in industry and government. Many jobs in information technology require ...
CSO
14 Aug 2003 WORD - Assuming a consistent pattern of titles in companies that have a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Chief Security Officer (CSO) is the person responsible for the security of a company's ...
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