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Achieving Data Security and Analytics with AI - Member Recap from (ISC)² Security Congress 2022

A member recap of “Achieving Data Security and Analytics with AI” presented by Glendon Schmitz at (ISC)² Security Congress 2022. By Angus Chen, CISSP, CCSP, PMP, MBA Although “data is the new oil”, there are many problems with working on production data directly. Organizations encounter regulations to protect privacy such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The fine for violating GDPR is 17 million British Pounds or 4% annual global turnover. Amazon was charged with U.S. $887 million, WhatsApp U.S. $267 million and Marriott 18 million British Pounds for data breaches. The list goes on and on. Furthermore, organizations sharing... Read more →

Build Your Network with (ISC)² and BUiLT

(ISC)² recently announced an expansion of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiative through partnerships with several organizations around the world. “It’s no secret that the cybersecurity industry isn’t nearly as diverse as it should be,” said Dwan Jones, director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at (ISC)². “Our mission at (ISC)² is to not only enable individuals from all backgrounds to enter the cybersecurity industry but also to empower and equip them to excel in their positions and continuously grow in their careers.” BUiLT (Blacks United in Leading Technology) is one of the DEI partners, and along with (ISC)² will... Read more →

Avoiding Cloud Security Fails - Excerpts from (ISC)² Security Congress 2022

By Chinatu Uzuegbu, CISSP, CEO/Managing Cyber Security Consultant at RoseTech CyberCrime Solutions Ltd. (ISC)² Security Congress 2022 was a huge success with engaging speakers from around the world filled with insights. The theme of this year’s event was Empower a Safer, More Secure Cyber World and they certainly inspired many to do so. In this blog, we would be sharing the excerpts from Top Cloud Security Fails and How to Avoid Them delivered by Karl Ots, CISSP, Head of Cloud Security, EPAM and Linkedin Learning Instructor. (ISC)² Security Congress attendees can earn CPE credits by watching this and all other... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Highlighting the Need for Collaborative Defense

A common theme that permeates (ISC)² Security Congress each year is the need to work collaboratively against cyber adversaries. This year was no different, as speaker after speaker during the event in Last Vegas stressed the importance of collaboration, information-sharing and teamwork. The theme emerged early on, as (ISC)² CEO Clar Rosso made her opening remarks. Referring to the cybersecurity workforce shortage, which now stands at 3.4 million vacant positions, Clar called for a new way of thinking to build cybersecurity teams. “And it starts with you,” she asserted “It starts with this community coming together. We can close this... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Ian Bremmer - Is Technology the New World Order?

A new world order is taking shape as private enterprise, in the form of technology companies, start playin a decisive role in geopolitical events, said Ian Bremmer, the president and founder of Eurasia Group. Speaking to an audience gathered in Las Vegas for the 2022 (ISC)² Security Congress, Bremmer posited that in the not-too-distant future technology companies may supplant governments in making decisions because they control the digital world. “What if governments start fundamentally failing in being able to deliver the kinds of security that are required for their people,” Bremmer said. A window into the role of private enterprise... Read more →

#ISC2CONGRESS 2022: Panel: Why Apprenticeships Matter

The cybersecurity community grew by 11% over the past year to 4.7 million professionals around the globe, but so did the skills gap. In fact, the gap widened at the faster pace of 25%, leading to 3.4 million vacancies, according to (ISC)² research. (ISC)² CEO Clar Rosso shared these statistics during her opening remarks at Security Congress, taking place this week in Las Vegas. She said no single solution exists to close the gap. As (ISC)² has argued in the past, closing the gap will take a multipronged approach that involves attracting people from outside the industry, working with academia,... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Effective Cybersecurity Takes Collaboration

The approach to cybersecurity historically has revolved around self-interest. It’s time to change that to think about the collective, according to Ciaran Martin, founder of the U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre. “We're all interested in cybersecurity because we're professionals, but we're all interested in it for ourselves, for our own financial and economic and other interests,” Ciaran said in a keynote he delivered to open the second day of (ISC)²’s Security Congress 2022. The event is taking place this week in Las Vegas. Understandably, everyone wants to protect their families and organizations, Ciaran said. But to get cybersecurity right, he... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Approach Cybersecurity as a Science

In a thought-provoking presentation during Security Congress, Walmart’s chief security architect challenged cybersecurity professionals to take a more scientific approach to their work. Ira Winkler urged organizations to implement comprehensive behavioral cybersecurity programs that use statistical analysis to understand human actions. With this approach, he argued, you can better address bad habits that contribute to security vulnerabilities. It also allows you to learn and address the needs and wellness of cybersecurity teams. Too often, he says users get wrongly blamed for security issues. “If you have a user that creates harm, the harm is a result of a poorly designed... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Lessons from a Ransomware Attack

When an organization suffers a ransomware attack, how well they can respond comes down to preparedness. An up-to-date, comprehensive incident response plan (IRP) can make a big difference, said Joseph Carson, Chief Security Scientist and Advisory CISO at Delinea. Joseph spoke about ransomware response on Monday as part of the annual (ISC)² Security Congress, taking place through Wednesday in Las Vegas. To illustrate the importance of being prepared when responding to an attack, Joseph walked his audience through an experience he had with a client. The company’s security team was notified of an attack by the hackers through email and... Read more →

#ISC2Congress 2022: Empowering the Cyber Community

(ISC)² CEO Clar Rosso opened Security Congress in Las Vegas today by revealing this year’s event theme – EMPOWER. “Security Congress is about (ISC)² helping to empower you to strengthen your efforts against the bad guys, helping you to more effectively secure our information and our systems, and helping you to be more successful,” she said. Clar told attendees at the event, taking place today through Wednesday, that they are stronger together. Drawing on the power of community, the community will create “a more safe and secure cyber world.” Cybersecurity, she said, has taken center stage across the world. While... Read more →

#ISC2CONGRESS – EMPOWERING NEW CONNECTIONS

This year’s (ISC)² Security Congress will feature increased opportunities to network with your peers and will be engaging whether you are joining in-person or virtually. We are looking forward to our first ever hybrid Security Congress where we will be live streaming across the globe from Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Whether you have attended in the past or are gearing up for your first (ISC)² event, this year’s Security Congress has something fun for everyone! In addition to the 100+ educational sessions throughout the live event, you will hear from dynamic keynote speakers and learn about new products from... Read more →

(ISC)² CEO Clar Rosso Honored by SC Media's Women in IT Security Program

Closing the gender and diversity gap in cybersecurity is critical if the profession is serious about addressing its current workforce crisis. (ISC)² estimates that the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap currently stands at 2.72 million professionals globally, but women only make up roughly 25% of the cybersecurity industry, compared to at least 40% of the global workforce. Every year, the SC Media Women in IT Security program celebrates significant contributions of those who have faced these challenges and made a positive impact on the advancement of cybersecurity in government or the private sector. (ISC)² CEO Clar Rosso was recognized as an advocate... Read more →

#ISC2Congress: Empowering Partnerships

We look forward to seeing you in the Exhibit Hall, the heart of Security Congress. On-site, we will be filling up the Octavius Ballroom at Caesars Palace with 30+ partners, sponsors and exhibitors and can’t miss events. Kick off your first day of the conference as the Exhibit Hall doors open at 9:30 a.m. or pop by on one of your networking breaks. Partners will be on-site throughout the day on Monday and Tuesday to engage with you. Be sure to collect your Passport to Prizes card at the (ISC)² booth and keep it with you as you travel through... Read more →

#ISC2Congress: Empower Your Career

The Career Center is back at (ISC)² Security Congress, and this year it’s hybrid! Open October 10-12, the Career Center will offer on-site and virtual events on the first two days, with the final day reserved exclusively for virtual sessions. In Vegas, the Career Center will be just outside of the Expo Hall in the Octavius Ballroom at Caesars. Virtual attendees can find the Career Center in the online conference space alongside the sessions. Registered attendees will receive an email with the appointment registration open date, anticipated for two weeks prior to Security Congress.   The Career Center, produced by ClearedJobs.net,... Read more →

#ISC2Congress: Empower Your Weekend with Training

Build confidence for exam day or expand your knowledge by attending Official (ISC)² Pre-Conference Training the weekend ahead of (ISC)² Security Congress. Participate by arriving in Las Vegas a couple of days early or maximize your time by joining in online on Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9. Learn from (ISC)² Authorized Instructors and gain a holistic understanding of the essential topics in the course of your choice. Your instructor – who holds the certification they are teaching – provides expert knowledge with experience from practice. You will engage in thought-provoking discussions within your class and expand your education... Read more →

#ISC2Congress Theme: EMPOWER

The (ISC)² Security Congress 2022 theme is EMPOWER and together, we intend to do just that! Empower your future by joining thousands of leading cybersecurity experts from around the world October 10-12 to collaborate in- person at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV or virtually from your home or office.   Join us as we empower a safer, more secure cyber world with 100+ inspiring sessions covering topics such as: cloud security, human factors, information security management, cyber crime, data protection, mobile security, ransomware, Zero Trust and many more. Once registered, search by your topic of interest to strategically plan... Read more →

#ISC2CONGRESS - Why you won’t want to miss it!

(ISC)² Security Congress is the must-attend cybersecurity conference delivering high-value education, training and networking to attendees for over a decade. “The grown-up version of Black Hat”, according to IT Pro, cybersecurity experts from all over the supply chain gather at Security Congress to share their ideas, challenges and goals, plus discuss the future of the industry. You can expect to encounter representatives from all sectors of the field, from vendors to public officials and CEOs to students. (ISC)² Security Congress is a collaborative mind meld that will leave you feeling empowered and engaged in the cybersecurity community. If it’s your... Read more →

#ISC2Congress: From National Security to Cartel Infiltration – Ciaran Martin and Robert Mazur to Keynote

We’re excited to share that Ciaran Martin and Robert Mazur are joining the keynote lineup – alongside Ian Bremmer and Carey Lohrenz – at this year’s (ISC)² Security Congress. Ciaran Martin founded the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) in 2016. Under his tenure as CEO, the NCSC attracted worldwide acclaim as the leading authority in cybersecurity across the globe. Ciaran is currently a professor of Public Management at the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School, specializing in cybersecurity as well as the relationship between technology and public policy. “Ciaran Martin’s achievements as head of the UK National Cyber Security Centre... Read more →

APAC Security Leaders Come Together at SECURE Singapore

We held our first-ever (ISC)² SECURE Singapore event earlier this month. The in-person event saw leading cybersecurity experts from around the region engaging in discussions around cybersecurity amid profound changes and disruption around the world, and a global workforce gap. David Koh, Commissioner of Cybersecurity and Chief Executive of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), started off the event with a keynote address. He argued that cybersecurity is akin to a team sport, where all organizations and individuals have a vital part to play in combating cyber crimes. Clar Rosso, CEO of (ISC)², and Zachary Tudor, CISSP, chair of... Read more →

#ISC2Congress: Piloting Teams While Under Pressure – Carey Lohrenz Will Speak as an (ISC)² Keynote

Carey Lohrenz, one of the first U.S. female fighter pilots, will provide “Lessons in Leadership” as a keynote at (ISC)² Security Congress 2022. As a pioneer in military aviation, Carey broke barriers as the first female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot in the United States Navy and has flown missions worldwide. She knows what it takes to win in high-pressure moments while overcoming obstacles. She is the author of two best-selling books, “Fearless Leadership” and “Span of Control,” and as a consultant helps lead high-performing business teams to Prepare, Perform and Prevail Carey will share her experiences with the audience to... Read more →