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Download: Your Complete Guide to IAM
Utilize this 66-page IAM guide to help you stay on top of the latest best practices and techniques. Security expert Michael Cobb explores the risks and rewards of biometrics measures and multifactor authentication, how organizations can assess if it is time to modernize IAM strategies, and much more.
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May 15, 2020
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Risk & Repeat: Black Hat, DEF CON canceled
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast looks at the recent cancellations of Black Hat USA 2020 and DEF CON 28 and what their virtual replacements will try to accomplish.
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March 24, 2020
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RSA Conference 2020 guide: Highlighting security's human element
What's happening at the 2020 RSA Conference? Our team keeps you up to date with pre-conference coverage and breaking news from the infosec world's biggest event.
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November 08, 2019
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Microsoft cybersecurity training to become mandatory for its workers
Microsoft's cybersecurity training program, which uses AI-powered tools to reinforce learning, is mandated for all employees. It will also be launched in a version for customers.
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September 16, 2019
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DerbyCon attendees and co-founder reflect on the end
DerbyCon attendees and co-founder Dave Kennedy reflect on the legacy and future of the conference following its final event, which took place in Louisville, Ky.
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Use these CCSK practice questions to prep for the exam
Virtualization and container security are key topics in the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge credential. Test your knowledge with these CCSK practice questions. Continue Reading
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Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz
Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit! Continue Reading
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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is an advanced certification which indicates that an individual possesses the knowledge and experience required to develop and manage an enterprise information security (infosec) program. Continue Reading
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Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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CCSK cert guide author's insights into cloud security credential
The author of a Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge exam guide offers insights into certifications, top considerations for those pursuing the CCSK and more. Continue Reading
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Comparing top identity and access management certifications
In addition to learning security fundamentals applicable to identity and access management, the top IAM certifications can yield rewarding career and networking opportunities. Continue Reading
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Good cybersecurity thesis topics for a master's degree
Writing a master's thesis? A strong topic positions you for academic and professional success, while a weak one promises to make an already intensive process arduous at best. Continue Reading
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IT and security teams collide as companies work from home
The new world of remote work has given rise to IT and security teams working more closely than ever before. They need to come together to provide excellent UX and security. Continue Reading
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CISO position burnout causes high churn rate
The nature of the CISO role can take a toll, say industry vets, with frustration and stress contributing to high turnover rates and burnout. Learn how to make it work. Continue Reading
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Skill building is key to furthering gender diversity in tech
Gender disparities imperil the threat intelligence community. Shannon Lietz, leader and director of DevSecOps at Intuit, discusses current efforts to attract female talent. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Information security certifications, training and jobs Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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4 innovative ways to remedy the cybersecurity skills gap
Learn how companies should adapt to hire, recruit and retain top-notch employees during the current cybersecurity workforce shortage. Continue Reading
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Netscout CSO speaks to third-party risk, security gender gap
Veteran CSO at Netscout Deb Briggs recaps her fireside chat with Cisco CSO Edna Conway at FutureCon 2019, including their discussion on third-party risk and the gender gap in the security industry. Continue Reading
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Varied options to solving the cybersecurity skills shortage
There are no easy answers for the cybersecurity skills shortage facing the industry, other than working harder to diversify and expand the workforce, according to ESG's Jon Oltsik. Continue Reading