First, the good news: the U.S. economy added a solid 196,000 jobs in March and unemployment is at 3.8 percent. The bad news: it is harder than ever to find and retain talented professionals.

Imagine that you have just been selected for your dream job as the new Chief Security Officer at a major multinational corporation. It’s a new role and their board is looking to you to hire the best and the brightest for your new team.

Recruitment methodology is continually changing. Does this mean you no longer need a resume?

Several of my previous columns in this space have discussed how you can best brand and market yourself to advance your security career.

Throughout his career, Brian Tuskan has been driven by a love of technology, a hardworking reputation and a desire to help others. However, his eye has always been on the Microsoft CSO role. Now, he’s taking his place at the head of the pioneering global security organization.

Read any book or article on the topic of career management strategy, and it is likely they will advocate for networking as a powerful tool.

The Global Security Exchange (GSX) will provide access to valuable discussions, products and networking that security practitioners need to thrive.

From September 23-27, ASIS International is bringing its world-class networking events to Las Vegas for Global Security Exchange (GSX), formerly the Annual Seminar and Exhibits. ASIS is pulling out all the stops, offering invaluable opportunities to forge new connections and build existing relationships at the industry’s premier networking events.

Looking for a day of high-level security education, networking and discussion? Join us May 10, 2018, for the 2018 Security 500 West Conference. Matthew Rosenquist of Intel Corp. will deliver the keynote address on the risks and opportunities within converged security.

With incidents of cybercrime, terrorism and gun violence continuing to gain headlines, security professionals need to adapt.