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In Security’s February 2019 issue, meet Brian Tuskan, Microsoft's New Security Leader. Learn how he has used technology, his reputation, networking and a desire to help people to become Microsoft’s new CSO. Read about the Next Generation of White Hat Hackers, How to Evaluate Security's Role, and more.

The Road to CSO: Meet Microsoft's New Security Leader

How did Brian Tuskan use technology, his reputation, networking and a desire to help people to become Microsoft's new CSO?

Diane Ritchey

February 1, 2019

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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.

Securing a World-Class Data Center

February 4, 2019

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With approximately two million square-feet of data center infrastructure to protect, RagingWire Data Centers are leveraging security technology to address insider threats, cyber risk and more.

Penetration Testing: White Box, Grey Box or Black Box

When setting up a penetration test or security evaluation, your results will depend on how much information your researcher has in advance.

Claire Meyer

February 11, 2019

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White, grey or black? Depending on which color you choose, the scope and results of your penetration test could vary widely.

Surveillance’s Critical Role in Retail Security

February 6, 2019

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In the retail industry, new features expand the use of video and help to mitigate crime.

How to Evaluate Security's Role

Brian Allen

February 1, 2019

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Last month we asked the question, “What is security’s role in the enterprise?” It turns out the answer isn’t that simple. I’d like to follow that up with what seems to be an easy question.

Prognostications of a Groundhog ̶ The Year Ahead

John McClurg

February 1, 2019

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Each year’s ending is replete with predictions of what the year ahead portends. In this practice, the security sector is no stranger.

Networking for a Successful Security Career

Jerry J Brennan

February 1, 2019

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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 Next Generation of White Hat Hackers?

Diane Ritchey

February 1, 2019

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It’s the time of the year when Girl Scouts knock on our doors and sell their infamous and delicious cookies: Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Thanks-A-Lot and Thin Mints (my family’s personal favorite).

Commission Recommends Better Mental Health Support for Students

February 1, 2019

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"Students often come to school with multiple complex health, mental health and social service needs. . . ."

Corporate security teams hope never to respond to an active shooter situation. But given today’s realities, companies spend a great deal of time developing guidelines, holding training sessions, and carrying out drills to ensure that their staff will be prepared in case an active shooter event occurs.

Security infrastructures are undergoing a digital transformation with growing adoption of intelligent access control, video surveillance and analytics as well as IoT devices and sensors – generating more data to than ever before. Harnessed properly with artificial intelligence and a risk-based model, this data can be exposed and leveraged to improve life safety, minimize risk and increase operational efficiency.