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Poll Shows Americans Fear Natural Disasters More than Terrorism, Global Pandemic or Cyber-Attack Combined

June 27, 2018

For the third year in a row the potential of a natural disaster, such as a hurricane, tornado, flood or wildfire, is the type of threat that causes most concern among Americans.

3 Steps for Managing Scope Creep in Security Operations

Dillon Twombly

June 27, 2018

While the specific day-to-day tasks for a Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) may vary from organization to organization, there are typical, core functions that are universally familiar, be it crisis management, travel security or executive protection. Responsibility for the safety, security and well-being of an organization, its assets, people and reputation has widespread institutional impact.

Study Exposes Employee Negligence as Top Information Security Risk to U.S. Businesses

June 21, 2018

With one-third of working adults in the U.S. admitting to potentially risky behavior at work, employee negligence poses major security concerns for U.S. businesses.

Being a Woman is an Advantage in the Security Industry

Katie McLeod

June 18, 2018

I believe that it is an advantage to be a woman working in the security industry today.

Three in Ten Business Travelers Value Hotel Rewards Over Safety

June 12, 2018

Globally, three in ten business travelers are happy to sacrifice safety for hotel loyalty and rewards incentives, according to research by Carlson Wagonlit Travel.

How to Work with IT on Physical Security Decision-Making

Kim Loy

June 11, 2018

Increased risk doesn’t automatically mean an increase in an organization's security budget or preparedness plans.

Financial Services in the Ransomware Crosshairs: Why and What to Do

Darius Goodall

June 11, 2018

Cybercriminals are leveraging ransomware threats to extort big money from organizations of all sizes in every industry, but financial services organizations are one of today’s primary targets. It is non-negotiable for financial services companies to maintain the privacy of theirs customers and the security of their confidential data. If a bank or credit union is hit with a ransomware attack, significant backlash is undoubtedly going to ensue – especially if customer data is held ransom for a significant amount of time.

Business Travel Expands for 100th Straight Month

June 6, 2018

Travel to and within the U.S. grew 3.6 percent year-over-year in April, according to the U.S. Travel Association’s latest Travel Trends Index (TTI)—marking the industry’s 100th straight month of overall expansion.

What to Look for in Travel Security and Executive Protection Services

What are the components and challenges of a successful travel security program?

Sarah Ludwig

June 5, 2018

Here are some of the crucial elements of successful travel security programs.

The Rising Role of Women in Security - Security Magazine

2018 Security Leadership Issue: The Rising Role of Women in Security

In the historically male-oriented security field, many women are successfully advancing to leadership roles.

Diane Ritchey

June 1, 2018

We spoke to nine female security leaders across the industry about mentorships, career paths, the security talent gap and how to foster diverse talent within an organization.