Chief Security Officer (CSO) Career

Armorblox hires Brian Johnson as company's first Chief Security Officer

March 9, 2021

Armorblox announced several new key executive appointments, including the company’s first Chief Security Officer, Brian Johnson.

Erik Antons gives us his first hand account of being laid off as Chief Security Officer and finding his way again

Thank you for laying me off: Companies come and go, but talent is forever

Erik Antons

February 25, 2021

Erik Antons, Chief Security Officer of Whirlpool Corporation gives Security his first-hand account of his inspired career in security, including navigating a layoff and coming out on the other side.

Whit Chaiyabhat was promoted as head of global security at Takeda

Whit Chaiyabhat promoted to Head of Global Security at Takeda

October 29, 2020

Whit Chaiyabhat was promoted to serve as Takeda Pharmaceuticals' Head of Global Security in mid-October. Congrats!

Michelle Sutphin joins SAIC as CSO

October 19, 2020

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) announced that Michelle Sutphin has joined the company as chief security officer. Sutphin brings more than 20 years of experience in various security roles to SAIC.

New report finds CSOs dealing with COVID-19 related issues

Report says nearly all CSOs are dealing with COVID-related response

September 9, 2020

A thought-leadership report from Raines International and The Lake Forest Group finds that nearly all CSOs they interviewed have had to take on COVID-related response in their organizations. The report also examines the changing role of the CSO in a post-COVID world.

How to Work with a Search Firm

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.

Selecting the Right References Proves Critical for Job Searches

Jerry J. Brennan

September 1, 2016

During the course of the recruitment process, you will inevitably be asked to provide contact details for, on average, four to six references.

The Uncharted Path for New Security Leaders

2016 Security Leadership Issue: The Uncharted Path to Educate New Security Leaders

Diane Ritchey

June 1, 2016

When it comes to educating and mentoring the next generation of CSOs and CISOs, the answer is pretty clear – the path is very uncertain.

Identifying Operational and Program Experience During a Career Shift

Jerry J. Brennan

June 1, 2016

In previous columns I have discussed individual self-assessment of your personal style and soft skills that aid in development of a career plan and can help convey your message in a resume.

Developing Your Security Career Strategy

Jerry J. Brennan

Lynn Mattice

May 31, 2015

You can let events impact your life and shape your career, or you can take control. If you are either looking to make a career change from your current role, or leaving government for the private sector, consider taking the following preliminary steps before developing and sending out any resumes.