Jerry J. Brennan

Jerry Brennan is co-founder and Chief Executive of the Security Management Resources Group of Companies (www.smrgroup.com), the leading global executive search practice focused exclusively on corporate and information security positions.

The 10 Common Failure Points of the Hiring Process

Jerry J. Brennan

January 1, 2018

A well thought-out strategy is the best approach for both security job seekers and hiring companies.

Evolving Challenges Mean New Security Career Opportunities

Jerry J. Brennan

December 1, 2017

Contrary to what you read in the press, cyber and IT security are not the only growing areas for careers in security.

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.

Are Degrees What They Seem?, Security Magazine October 2017 Career Intelligence

Are Security Degrees What They Seem?

Jerry J. Brennan

October 1, 2017

Acquiring a higher-level education is time consuming and expensive, and fraudsters have long been marketing fast-track ways to obtain what appears to be an impressive diploma, at least on the surface. These programs and methods have been around for many years; therefore, it is not always easy to identify what is real and what is a wasted investment of your money and time.

Recruiting for Security Leadership Success

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.

Competency-Based Interviews

Jerry J. Brennan

July 1, 2017

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

Career Progression Strategies

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.

What Role Do Certifications Play in Your Career?

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.

4 Job Search Pitfalls to Avoid

Jerry J. Brennan

April 1, 2017

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

Get Ready to Transition from Public Sector to Corporate Security

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 J. Brennan

ARTICLES

The 10 Common Failure Points of the Hiring Process

Evolving Challenges Mean New Security Career Opportunities

Personal Introspection and Career Planning

Are Security Degrees What They Seem?

Recruiting for Security Leadership Success

Competency-Based Interviews

Career Progression Strategies

What Role Do Certifications Play in Your Career?

4 Job Search Pitfalls to Avoid

Get Ready to Transition from Public Sector to Corporate Security

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