(ISC)² Blog

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 →

#ISC2Congress: Politics, Cybersecurity & Global Issues - Ian Bremmer to Speak as (ISC)² Keynote

Ian Bremmer will keynote (ISC)² Security Congress 2022 with the presentation “Why Political Risk and Cybersecurity Collide in Times of Crisis.” The accomplished author, speaker, commentator and political scientist will lead attendees on a journey through the intertwined world of politics, cybersecurity and global issues. Ian Bremmer is a political scientist who helps business leaders, policy makers and the general public make sense of the world around them. He is president and founder of Eurasia Group, the world's leading political risk research and consulting firm, and GZERO Media, a company dedicated to providing intelligent and engaging coverage of international affairs.... Read more →

Unconscious Bias: How to Understand, Identify and Manage It

We all have unconscious bias. In fact, our ability to use pattern recognition and informed judgement can be a benefit in many professions, especially cybersecurity. However, unconscious biases in areas of hiring, mentoring, promoting or developing staff could hamper efforts to build the cybersecurity workforce and to diversify the individuals who make up this group. (ISC)² has partnered with Cyversity, an organization whose mission is to achieve consistent representation of women and underrepresented minorities in the cybersecurity profession, to offer a series of free webinars addressing unconscious bias. The first webinar in this series – Understanding Unconscious Bias – will... Read more →

SECURE North America | Users Aren’t the Weakest Link, They’re Your Allies

Security teams should stop treating users as the weakest link in security and, instead, turn them into allies in building a strong security culture. This was the message from Shelly Epps, HCISPP, Director of Security Program Management at Duke Health, who delivered a presentation this week at the (ISC)² SECURE North America virtual event. “If you are relying upon users for your security, you’ve effectively already failed,” she said. Instead, organizations need to develop comprehensive, multidimensional programs that keep users engaged. Traditionally, Epps said, organizations have built security programs around compliance obligations and PowerPoint-based lists. Programs tended to be punitive,... Read more →

SECURE North America | Apple Stories: How Technology Has Mediated Technology Through History

If you’ve ever wondered about the relationship between privacy and apples, privacy expert J. Trevor Hughes explained the connection during a session at the (ISC)² SECURE North America one-day virtual event. “Privacy is a fundamental human truth,” he said. “It has existed since the dawn of time.” In fact, he said, privacy concerns started after Adam and Eve committed the crime that got them expelled from the Garden of Eden. They ate an apple they weren’t supposed to. Since then, privacy perceptions and concerns have evolved as new threats in the form of new technologies – flexible film, the telephone... Read more →

Just Released: 2022 (ISC)² Security Congress Agenda!

Ready. Set. Vegas and Beyond! We are looking forward to our first-ever hybrid (ISC)² Security Congress on October 10-12. This year’s event will have something for everyone, whether you decide to attend in person at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas or virtually. More than 100 breakout sessions will cover all of the hot and trending topics in today’s cybersecurity climate including, but not limited to, incident response, Zero Trust, AI, IoT, cloud security, building and maintaining resilient cybersecurity teams and much more. View the Security Congress agenda now, including some of our most anticipated sessions: Are Deepfakes Really a Security... Read more →

Quantum Cybersecurity: Addressing the Boogeyman in the Room

Duncan Jones, Head of Cybersecurity for Cambridge Quantum, recently spoke with Fierce Electronics about quantum cybersecurity and where it’s headed. In the interview, Duncan referred to quantum as “a boogeyman for cyber,” but said “it’s also going to help us as well.” With rapidly advancing technology, as many as 80% of cyber pros believe that quantum computers will become powerful enough over the next few years to break current encryption methods. For organizations looking to prepare for the threat of quantum and figure out the best path forward, Duncan will be presenting on how to protect your organization against threats... Read more →

Celebrating Service and Diversity – Nominate a Colleague Today!

Great team members like yours help our cybersecurity community share education, host stellar events, create a sense of community and continue to grow. The (ISC)² Global Achievement Awards honors these contributors annually. This year’s award winners will be highlighted during (ISC)² Security Congress being held in person in Las Vegas and online globally, October 10-12. The (ISC)² James R. Wade Service Award highlights the engagement of volunteers who merit special distinction for their sustained and valuable service to (ISC)². Those who volunteer to support the greater cybersecurity community to help promote a safe and secure cyber world are valued in... Read more →

What Does Volunteering at (ISC)² Mean? Hear From Volunteer Lisa Vaughan

Volunteering is at the heart of the mission of (ISC)². The individuals who offer their time, skills and knowledge positively impact their community helping create a safer and more secure cyber world. We want to highlight some of our volunteers, the impact they make on the cybersecurity profession and the world at large during annual Volunteer Appreciation Week. We interviewed Lisa Vaughan, CISSP to discuss her cybersecurity career, the various volunteer roles she has held at (ISC)² and the impact volunteering has on her life. Lisa is the Executive Director, Information Technology for Hexagon U.S. Federal. In addition to holding... Read more →

SECURE London stokes debate on the future of the cybersecurity workforce

April’s event calendar kicked off with (ISC)² SECURE London, a return to regional events for (ISC)² members and a conference that took place amid an unprecedented time for our industry and for practitioners. A global skills gap of over 2.7 million, years of disruption due to the pandemic and unprecedented digital transformation, geopolitical strife at the doorstep of Europe generating global cyberattack fallout and profound changes in the threats being faced and the technologies, tools and tactics that counter them. The day began with a keynote from Chris Ensor, Deputy Director for Cyber Skills and Growth at the NCSC. Ensor... Read more →

HOW CAN YOU WIN BIG IN VEGAS? – Global Achievement Awards Nominations Open Now

Nominations are now open for the 2022 (ISC)² Global Achievement Awards. These annual cybersecurity awards celebrate professionals whose excellence, leadership and efforts have significantly advanced the cybersecurity industry and contributed to the vision of inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Nominations are open now through May 13 and recipients will be acknowledged at the 12th Annual (ISC)² Security Congress in Las Vegas and online October 10-12. Open to All – The following categories are open for all to nominate and those meeting the eligibility requirements to receive. Self-nomination is not permitted. (ISC)² Rising Star Professional Award - Recognizes the... Read more →

WANT TO SPEAK AT (ISC)² SECURITY CONGRESS 2022? THE CALL FOR SPEAKERS IS NOW OPEN

Want to share your expertise with thousands of your peers at Security Congress? Now’s your chance! (ISC)² has issued a call for speakers for its 12th annual (ISC)² Security Congress conference, a hybrid event taking place on October 10-12, 2022, in Las Vegas and online. After two successful back-to-back virtual conferences, this year’s hybrid event will feature 120+ educational and thought leadership sessions on the hottest cyber topics from a roster of an estimated 150 speakers. In-person and virtual attendees can expect engaging sessions on a variety of emerging and trending topics, including cyber liability, quantum computing, ICS/critical infrastructure, Zero... Read more →

New Opportunity: Join (ISC)² Regional Event Committees

As we expand our events in 2022, we look forward to offering increased opportunities for education and networking among cybersecurity professionals within their regions. To ensure that each event makes a significant impact with relevant content, (ISC)² is seeking interested volunteers to join event planning committees. Committee members will assist in developing an event that is educational and meaningful for their fellow (ISC)² members and cybersecurity professionals around the world. They will use their expertise to lead the development of localized content, as well as provide insight and guidance into their respective regions. Members will work closely with (ISC)² staff... Read more →

Looking Back at 2021 and Forward to 2022

As 2021 draws to a close, it provides an opportunity to reflect on the past year, and the success and growth we have achieved together. Under the backdrop of escalating cyber threats and a continuing global pandemic, (ISC)² members have demonstrated to the world that remote work can be effective and drive enhanced collaboration and innovation. Together we stood up for diversity, equity and inclusion as a critical way to close the workforce gap and continued our commitment to refining and growing our skills through education. Our members are more vital than ever to securing their organizations against a growing... Read more →

(ISC)² Security Congress Goes West – Las Vegas Here We Come!

(ISC)² Security Congress 2021 was a big success with more than 3,000 virtual attendees participating live and viewing 125+ educational breakout sessions on demand as well. During and after the show, we prioritized getting feedback on improving attendees’ conference experience year over year. We heard your feedback and are happy to share that we will host (ISC)² Security Congress 2022 in Las Vegas, NV, October 10-12, 2022, at Caesars Palace and virtually. What’s In the Works for 2022 Star keynotes with marquee value 100+ educational sessions on trending cyber topics CPE credit opportunities Exclusive (ISC)² networking Career guidance and resources... Read more →

Meet Roela Santos, Honoree of the 2021 (ISC)² Julie Peeler Franz "Do It for The Children" Volunteer Award

The Center for Cyber Safety and Education Julie Peeler Franz "Do It for The Children" Volunteer Award recognizes an individual who has significantly contributed to the betterment of internet safety. This year's distinction is awarded to Roela Santos of BAE Systems, Inc. for her long-time support of Center programs and leadership in developing the Raytheon, Engility, and SAIC cybersecurity scholarships, which have awarded $424,000 to 56 students over the past six years. Santos is the Vice President of Communications at BAE Systems, a global leader in defense technology and systems integration for the U.S. government and one of the world’s... Read more →

MEET THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2021 (ISC)² GOVERNMENT PROFESSIONAL AWARD

The (ISC)² Government Professional Award recognizes government cybersecurity leaders whose commitment to excellence has helped to improve government information security and advance an in-demand workforce. The recognition is given to individuals whose initiatives have improved the areas of technology, process/policy or workforce and has led to significant developments in the security posture of a department, agency or entire government. We had a chance to learn more about the 2021 (ISC)² Government Professional Award honorees and their contributions to a safer and more secure cyber world. Asia-Pacific Region (ISC)² Government Professional Award Honoree Group Captain Amorn Chomchoey, CISSP is Acting Deputy... Read more →

#ISC2Congress - Diversity: The Key to Cybersecurity’s Future

You could say one of the purposes of the annual (ISC)² Security Congress is to deliver an industry status check. How is the cybersecurity industry doing, what could be better, and what are the biggest challenges it faces? This year’s Congress, which took place virtually from October 18 - 20, addressed a host of pressing topics in the industry, from combatting ransomware to zero trust implementation to protecting critical infrastructure against foreign adversaries. One of the biggest challenges though is to attract more diversity into the cybersecurity workforce to counter the shortage of personnel in the field. It was a... Read more →

#ISC2Congress - Critical Infrastructure a Main Focus of Security Congress 2021

Protecting critical infrastructure and associated challenges was a recurring theme during (ISC)² Security Congress 2021, which took place virtually from Monday to Wednesday this week. It was the subject of various sessions and came up during a keynote session delivered by Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Krebs said critical infrastructure needs to be hardened against foreign adversaries that might have an interest in disrupting it at some point. CISA and other agencies are working to come up with standards and practices for infrastructure security. And they are looking for input from the cybersecurity... Read more →