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Security executive interview preparation: End of year planning

Demonstrate these 14 soft skills in your interview to prove you're the best candidate for the job.

Jerry J. Brennan

Joanne R. Pollock

December 12, 2023

Security leaders looking to change jobs can hone their interview skills by studying the iceberg interview model and emphasizing soft skills.

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Stubborn workforce challenges call for new approaches in building security teams

Without robust, well-resourced cybersecurity teams, organizations are unable to protect their precious assets or prevent high-profile cyber incidents that erode user trust.

Pam Nigro

November 13, 2023

How can we concretely address the workforce challenges facing the cybersecurity industry? In this column, Pam Nigro focuses on DEI, career development and AI.

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Mistakes to avoid in your security job search

Finding a new job can be a turbulent time — set yourself up for success by avoiding these common mistakes.

Jerry J. Brennan

Joanne R. Pollock

November 9, 2023

Finding the perfect new role in the security industry can be a challenge — set yourself up for success by avoiding these common mistakes.

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Security career competition from the public sector

Large corporations continue to value public sector candidates for their security roles. What qualities make them successful?

Jerry J. Brennan

Joanne R. Pollock

October 12, 2023

Security job openings attract competition from private sector and public sector candidates. What qualities make a successful security leader?

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The security career impact of personal reputation and ethics

Security leaders must plan for how their personal reputation will affect their professional career.

Jerry J. Brennan

Joanne R. Pollock

September 13, 2023

Security leaders are not immune to public scrutiny, and should consider how actions will reflect back on their professional reputation.

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Relocating to advance your security career

The decision to relocate can be a boon to your security career, but it's important to determine your threshold for this substantial move in advance.

Jerry J. Brennan

Joanne R. Pollock

August 11, 2023

Deciding to relocate for a security executive position involves considering the effects of the move on your personal and professional life.

Cyber Tactics

How to hire & retain future cybersecurity leaders

The cybersecurity talent bench is overflowing, not shrinking.

Ariel Weintraub

July 17, 2023

Ariel Weintraub, Head of Enterprise Cyber Security at MassMutual, shares how organizations should upskill cyber talent to shape future leadership.

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Education pathways to corporate security careers

Education, regardless of how you choose to acquire it, is a well-established pathway to success.

Joanne R. Pollock

Jerry J. Brennan

June 9, 2023

Security professionals aiming to advance their careers have many educational opportunities available to them, including degree programs, certifications & more.

Security leaders plan for changing IT roles

Security Staff

June 5, 2023

IT professionals find themselves in hybrid roles that combine traditional development with tasks formerly associated with operations professionals.

Personal Introspection and Career Planning

Jerry J. Brennan

November 1, 2017

Without question a realistic and self-aware approach is of tremendous value in everything from resume and personal brand development to interviews and successful onboarding in a new role.