harnessing the human side of security
The impact of mobile malware on the enterprise is rising; while immediate action may not be warranted, there are some actions to take today to prepare for the future with less friction. Security Catalyst notes in terms of security awareness, security leadership, effectively communicating the value of security and a few thoughts on how a paper like this advances a security career
I routinely listen to the challenges, observe the trends and think about the skills, aptitudes and attitudes for career success. But I also view this as an effort to serve as the catalyst for multiple ideas, experiences and challenges of the entire community.
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by Trish Smith It is important to understand personality types and traits when working with and managing other people (check out my article about that here). There are two traits with the strongest influence on personality style. An understanding of these provides advantages for managing and communicating – advantages that are essential for success. The [...]
By Martin Fisher What is the most important job/function of a leader? Inspire the team? Use resources effectively? Make tough decisions? Set an example? Develop others? All of these are good answers and are important things for a leader to be sure they are accomplishing in an organization. But none of these is the most [...]
by Martin Fisher Those who know me have come to expect me to “correct†them whenever they say “manage peopleâ€. “Objects are managed, people are led,†is my usual retort. Sometimes I am met with a blank look, sometimes with a exasperated grimace, and sometimes (and not nearly often enough) by a questioning stare. “What?†[...]
What happens when people lose their motivation at work? Less efficient use of resources Less creative solutions (at a time when creativity is even more vital) Less productivity And worse, the possibility of security breaches and risks. Some companies learned this lesson the hard way: TMobile in the UK , Greengrocer.com, and the Office of [...]
Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things. ~Peter Drucker Leadership. It’s talked about a lot in today’s information security conferences and books – but how much of it is really happening? Do we, as professionals, really embrace leadership and its inherent risks, rewards, and challenges? Or, on the other hand, do [...]
by Ioana Justus If you were asked to throw a few million dollars out the window, would you do it? If yes, let me know where and when – I’ll happily wait outside with my catcher’s mitt. More likely, the quick answer to this question is a resounding “NO”. Few circumstances would lead someone to [...]
by Dennis Kuntz Most people like attention. Just like we did when we were kids, to get that attention we sometimes engage in good behavior and sometimes in bad behavior. As a parent I know that a sound approach is to focus on and reward the good behavior, while not giving the attention sought via [...]
Michael Santarcangelo is the catalyst* called upon to deliver successful results when others have struggled and failed to harness the human side of security. Blending a degree in human ecology with … [Read More...]
Effective communication of security ensures that whether written, spoken or blended across delivery options efforts are positioned to reduce friction, bring technology and business objectives into alignment and inspire those we serve to … [Read More...]
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