Lohrman on Security

AUGUST 18, 2024

Virginia Tech CISO Randy Marchany discusses his career, SANS training and all things cybersecurity at a major university in 2024.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

According to an IANS survey of more than 800 CISOs, roles such as business information security officers (BISOs), chiefs of staff and heads for privacy, program management and data protection are among the top positions being considered to support cybersecurity efforts.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 25, 2024

By placing IAM strategy and enforcement under the CISO’s purview, enterprises can ensure that it is treated as a critical component of the overall security strategy. The post CISOs Should Be Directing IAM Strategy — Here’s Why appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The chief information security officer (CISO) role has changed dramatically from just a few short years ago. Once confined to technical security, CISOs have emerged as key strategic partners in the C-suite. The post The CISO Evolution: From Tactical Defender to Strategic Business Partner appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently laid down the hammer charging and fining four prominent cybersecurity vendors for making misleading claims in connection with the SolarWinds hack. Joe Nicastro , Field CTO, Legit Security Nicastro Transparency in cybersecurity remains a complex balancing act.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 13, 2020

cybersecurity policy needs to match societal values CISOs must preserve and protect their companies in a fast-changing business environment at a time when their organizations are under heavy bombardment. I had the chance to discuss this state of affairs with Vishal Salvi, CISO of Infosys. Related: Why U.S. billion, with $7.8

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 20, 2025

By adopting AI Native security operations, organizations gain a formidable defense posture and streamline their use of human talent for the most challenging, creative and impactful tasks The post From Cloud Native to AI Native: Lessons for the Modern CISO to Win the Cybersecurity Arms Race appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 9, 2025

A bad actor is using a Microsoft 365 test domain and a self-created distribution list to bypass traditional email protections and entice victims to hand over their PayPal account information in what Fortinet's CISO is calling a "phish-free" phishing campaign.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2024

As they do, they create more security vulnerabilities and inherent business, changing the nature of cybersecurity careers. Meanwhile, according to non-profit trade association CompTIA’s Cyberseek tool, nearly half a million cybersecurity jobs were open between May 2023 and April 2024 in the U.S., million workers.

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Joseph Steinberg

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Have you been prioritizing Detection and Response over Protection when it comes to your cybersecurity strategy? All three, of course, are key pillars of the NIST cybersecurity framework – so, why are you prioritizing two of them over the third? The post What Should CISOs Prioritize In A Volatile Landscape?:

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 23, 2025

A study byISC2reveals that 73% of chief information security officers (CISOs) in the U.S. The post How SASE Empowers CISOs to Combat Stress and Burnout appeared first on Security Boulevard. reported experiencing burnout over the past year.

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Joseph Steinberg

OCTOBER 6, 2022

While there are State laws requiring the disclosure of various data breaches, there is no specific, clear, federal counterpart that details what, when, and how a CISO must handle such matters. CyberSecurity #News Click To Tweet. There is a reason that the rate of turnover in such roles is so high – CISOs burn out quickly.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2025

Companies with $1 billion in revenue or less might want to give a heads-up to HR to kickstart the search for a new CISO — because according to a study from IANS Research, your current CISO might be out the door within a year. The 363 CISOs in SMBs surveyed for the 2025 Small and. The post Is Your CISO Ready to Flee?

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In April, Cybersecurity Ventures reported on extreme cybersecurity job shortage: Global cybersecurity job vacancies grew by 350 percent, from one million openings in 2013 to 3.5 million in 2021, according to Cybersecurity Ventures. The number of unfilled jobs leveled off in 2022, and remains at 3.5

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Wojtasiak Mark Wojtasiak , VP of Research and Strategy, Vectra AI In the coming year, well see the initial excitement that surrounded AIs potential in cybersecurity start to give way due to a growing sense of disillusionment among security leaders. The SEC Cybersecurity Disclosure Rule highlights transparency in governance.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2025

Healthcare cybersecurity is undergoing explosive growth, reflecting both escalating threats and urgent investments to protect patient data and systems. According to a new report, the global healthcare cybersecurity market was valued at US $21.25 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $82.90 billion by 2033, at a robust 18.55% CAGR.

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Joseph Steinberg

JUNE 10, 2022

Last week, I attended an excellent briefing given by Tom Gillis, Senior Vice President and General Manager of VMware’s Networking and Advanced Security Business Group, in which he discussed various important cybersecurity-related trends that he and his team have observed.

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Jane Frankland

JULY 1, 2025

” For cybersecurity leaders navigating the high-stakes world of defending critical systems, this phrase takes on a whole new meaning. In it, I’ll be examining how pain in cybersecurity leadership isn’t just a nuisance. Most of us have heard the saying, “No pain, no gain.” It’s your guide.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Alkove Jim Alkove , CEO, Oleria Identity is cybersecurity’s biggest challenge. Sundaresan Bindu Sundaresan , Cybersecurity Director, LevelBlue In 2025, cybercriminals will exploit supply chain vulnerabilities, ransomware, IoT botnets, and AI-driven phishing. Attackers arent hacking in theyre logging in. The hard part?

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 10, 2025

The post AI is Reshaping Cyber Threats: Heres What CISOs Must Do Now appeared first on Security Boulevard. Use AI to prioritise what matters. Invest in processes and talent that enable real-time response and build long-term trust.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 11/15/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard. To reduce the likelihood of unknown security breaches, prioritize regular staff training and tabletop exercises.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The post From Defense to Offense: Inside-Out Data Security Strategies for CISOs in 2025 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Challenging the status quo and advocates for inside-out security, placing data at the heart of the strategy from the very beginning, rather than securing it last.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 11, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said today it is investigating a breach at business intelligence company Sisense , whose products are designed to allow companies to view the status of multiple third-party online services in a single dashboard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Insight #2: Most CISOs fear getting axed over data breaches A recent survey revealed that 77% of CISOs feel significant pressure to prevent data breaches, often to the point of fearing for their jobs. The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 11/1/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 13, 2025

1 — The great CISO exodus: Why your top defenders are planning a silent escape What happens when your most critical security minds are quietly planning their exit? With 53% of cyber leaders exploring new roles , the cybersecurity industry faces a silent attrition problem rooted in the very nature of the job. Insight No.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 6, 2023

Related: A call to regulate facial recognition That said, a few dozen CISOs attending Black Hat USA 2023 will get to experience, hands-on, what it must have been like to be in the crucible of milestone hacks like Capital One, SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline. The Data Heist’s opening night, if you will, was in Boston a couple of weeks ago.

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Jane Frankland

MARCH 8, 2025

For nearly a decade, we’ve heard the same discussion in cybersecurity circles about the gender diversity problem. Yet here we are, in 2025, and the percentage of women in cybersecurity remains stagnantor worse, is backtracking. Meanwhile, cybersecurity job vacancies are skyrocketing. It’s utter madness.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

National insurance firm Crum and Forster is offering a professional liability program for CISOs who are facing growing regulatory pressures and sophisticate cyberattacks but often are not covered by their organizations' D&O policies. The post Insurance Firm Introduces Liability Coverage for CISOs appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Jane Frankland

JUNE 27, 2025

Whether it’s politics, media, or cybersecurity, the ability to seize attention now often outweighs the value of truth. And in a world drowning in distractions, the cybersecurity industry finds itself in an uphill battle—not just against attackers but against public indifference and misinformation. Cyberwar as theater.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced Tuesday that it has fined four companies $7 million for misleading statements about their cybersecurity incidents, particularly concerning the high-profile 2019 SolarWinds hack. The SEC charged the companies with "materially misleading disclosures regarding cybersecurity risks and intrusions."

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 10, 2022

As the digital landscape has grown, the organizational need for cybersecurity and data protection has risen. A new study takes a look at where CISOs stand in businesses.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Cybersecurity governance has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past few decades. We have moved beyond traditional compliance-driven security models to risk-based approaches, integrating cybersecurity into enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks. But the question remains: where are we headed?

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Lohrman on Security

MAY 21, 2023

What is happening regarding cybersecurity operations, new developments and the future vision in the state of North Dakota? State CISO Michael Gregg shares his perspectives.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 24, 2023

Cisco’s just-released 2023 Cybersecurity Index shows companies will invest more in security, but the solution may be a larger tent, not more umbrellas. The post Even after armed with defense tools, CISOs say successful cyberattacks are ‘inevitable’: New study appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)began enforcing new cybersecurity disclosure rules. In this post, we look at the enforcement actions the SEC has taken and what public company CISOs should do to stay in compliance. Recognizing the critical need for transparency and robust cybersecurity measures, the U.S.

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Tech Republic Security

MAY 15, 2023

A new report from Proofpoint provides global insight into CISOs' challenges, expectations and priorities for 2023. The post Survey: Most CISOs feel their business is at risk for cyberattack appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 11, 2025

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 04/11/25 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Smart orgs are already shifting to private-sector threat intel, red-teaming services, and collaborative alliances that move faster and hit harder.

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