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Security Job Search
Career Intelligence

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.
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Jerry J. Brennan
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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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Career Intelligence

Security career competition from the public sector

Large corporations continue to value public sector candidates for their security roles. What qualities make them successful?
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Jerry J. Brennan
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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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Leadership & Management

Giving up the ghost in security job searches

Getting a reputation for not responding to or following up in a timely and professional manner to legitimate business matters is a sure-fire way to erode your credibility.
Michael Gips
Michael Gips
October 12, 2023

Don’t get “ghosted” — being communicative during the job search process is critical for both the security job seeker and the hiring organization.



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Gorilla
Leadership & Management

The gorilla in your security plan

Risk is truly dynamic, and assessments should be frequent, taking into account political, economic and social developments; industry trends; new technology; and more.
Michael Gips
Michael Gips
September 14, 2023

Security leaders need to maintain the bigger picture of their work, assessing risk on an ongoing basis.


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Career Intelligence

The security career impact of personal reputation and ethics

Security leaders must plan for how their personal reputation will affect their professional career.
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Jerry J. Brennan
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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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Casino Floor
Cyber Tactics

Securing the casino floor from cybersecurity threats

Upgraded casino technology and innovations require an evolution of the role of security teams within the entertainment industry.
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Kevin Kealy
August 15, 2023

Kevin Kealy, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Light & Wonder, shares insights on casino cybersecurity defense.


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Leveraging Leadership During a Career Transition
Leadership & Management

Leveraging leadership during a career transition

Layoffs are not fatal to leadership. In fact, they can even catalyze leadership development in new areas or to different audiences.
Michael Gips
Michael Gips
August 14, 2023

Amid layoffs, security leaders reflect on what truly defines leadership in the industry, from volunteerism to mentorship.


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Relocating to Advance Your Security Career
Career Intelligence

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.
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Jerry J. Brennan
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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.


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Comprehensive Risk Assessment
Education & Training

Tips for crafting a comprehensive risk assessment

A successful risk assessment isn't a one-size-fits all approach.
Anthony-Mangieri
Anthony Mangieri
August 10, 2023

Risk assessment professionals must take a balanced approach and research properly before conducting a facility risk assessment.


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Cyber Tactics

How to hire & retain future cybersecurity leaders

The cybersecurity talent bench is overflowing, not shrinking.
Ariel Weintraub
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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