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Home » Authors » Jerry J. Brennan

Articles by Jerry J. Brennan

Recruiting for Security Leadership Success

Recruiting for Security Leadership Success

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Jerry J. Brennan
September 1, 2017
Companies increasingly want a better understanding of what contributes to predicting performance in possible new hires. They want to better understand a candidate’s motivation, values, beliefs and goals in addition to their competencies. This allows the hiring organization to better assess whether there are personality characteristics and traits that, when pushed to extremes, will impede the individual’s ability to be effective in executing the responsibilities of the position.
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Competency-Based Interviews

Competency-Based Interviews

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Jerry J. Brennan
July 1, 2017

Many organizations have a defined set of competencies they value and have woven into their culture.


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Career Progression Strategies

Career Progression Strategies

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Jerry J. Brennan
June 1, 2017

The complexity of directing security and risk management strategies today requires a re-evaluation of how security careers are managed.


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What Role Do Certifications Play in Your Career?

What Role Do Certifications Play in Your Career?

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Jerry J. Brennan
May 1, 2017

Historically there has been a shortage of college and university-level education programs focused on the knowledge, skills and competencies required for effective management of corporate security risk-related activities.


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Four Job Search Pitfalls to Avoid

4 Job Search Pitfalls to Avoid

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Jerry J. Brennan
April 1, 2017

At some point in their career, most security executives make the decision to seek out new employment opportunities.


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Get Ready to Transition from Public Sector to Corporate Security

Get Ready to Transition from Public Sector to Corporate Security

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Jerry J. Brennan
March 1, 2017

Analyzing the background of security leaders across the corporate security and risk management landscape, it is not surprising to see that a significant percentage of them have come from the public sector.


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Jerry Brennan

Top 12 Interview Questions for Security Leaders

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Jerry J. Brennan
February 1, 2017

Last month I discussed what to expect across the interview processes after you have been selected as a potential candidate.


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Jerry Brennan

The Interview Process

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Jerry J. Brennan
January 1, 2017

The time you invest in preparation for the interview processes used by organizations is fundamental to your success in being selected for a role.


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Jerry Brennan

Why Security Leaders Lose Their Jobs

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Jerry J. Brennan
December 1, 2016

In past articles I have discussed a wide range of topics dealing with competencies, professional skills and strategies for marketing yourself to find your perfect job.


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Jerry Brennan

How to Work with a Search Firm

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Jerry J. Brennan
November 1, 2016

I am frequently asked by candidates if I can help them to either find a position or be placed into one.


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