September 2016 Issue | Security Magazine

Who are the thought-leaders pushing the security industry forward, in government, cybersecurity, corporate security and education? Learn about this year’s security champions in our annual Most Influential People in Security report. Also in this issue: Data security concerns for healthcare institutions; ruggedized security technology; covert surveillance installations; how to polish up your resume and references; infinity background screening for workplace violence risk mitigation and more.

Special Feature

The Most Influential People in Security 2016

Impacting enterprises, communities and nations, these 19 leaders are making a difference in the security industry.

Diane Ritchey

September 1, 2016

Every year, Security magazine is pleased to honor top security executives and leaders who positively impact the security industry, their organization, their colleagues and peers, as well as the national and global security landscape.

Preventing Loss and Preserving the Customer Experience

Retail loss prevention faces numerous challenges in a changing and dynamic retail environment.

September 1, 2016

Several years ago, an organized shoplifting ring near Buffalo, New York, stole millions of dollars in merchandise from big box stores such as Walmart, Sears, Home Depot, JoAnn Fabrics, Tops and Wegmans.

Healthcare Institutions Ramping Up Data Security Prescriptions

Despite sensitivity of data, many have been slower to lock it down than other industries.

Ed Finkel

September 1, 2016

Hospitals and medical centers face a panoply of threats and challenges around data security, yet the healthcare field has not yet responded as quickly as others, according to chief information security officers (CISOs) and others close to such institutions.

In Tough Environments, Security Gets More Resilient

How tough can it get? Deep in snow tough. Egg-cooking hot. Salty-dog environments near the sea. How rugged are your security solutions?

Bill Zalud

September 1, 2016

It can get tough out there. Common challenges include limited visibility due to illumination problems or environmental factors, as well as vibration and background noise with video solutions.

Developing Low-Profile Surveillance for High-Profile Security

In the continually moving environment of a casino, adding covert surveillance tools proves an unobtrusive way to get unobstructed images.

Claire Meyer

September 1, 2016

It’s not Spy vs. Spy; it’s good security.

The 'People' Part of Enterprise Cybersecurity Strategies

Wesley Simpson

September 1, 2016

For many years, enterprise leaders have approached their network and systems defense strategies with a technology-centric focus

Diane Ritchey

September 1, 2016

I’m pleased to offer an excerpt from the book Becoming a Global Chief Security Executive Officer: A How to Guide for Next Generation Security Leaders, by author Roland Cloutier and published by Syngress.

The 'Insecurity' Profession

Phil Aronson

September 1, 2016

Imagine a world of things that serve you. Sensors and machines that collect information about everything: your environment, your presence, your calendar and your diet.

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.

Who's the Boss? Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer

Lynn Mattice

September 1, 2016

Last month’s column addressed the security organization reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.

Steven Chabinsky

September 1, 2016

To quote Shakespeare, “What’s in a name?”

The Emergence of Infinity Screening to Mitigate Risk

Barry Nixon

September 1, 2016

The practice of conducting employment background screening has been around a long time and has become ubiquitous that it is inexplicably tied to the employment hiring process.

Goodbye, Bill

Diane Ritchey

September 1, 2016

We have lost a dear friend and valued colleague: Bill Zalud, who passed away last month in Chicago.

Americans Changing Travel Plans Due to Terrorism Risks

September 1, 2016

Eighty-six percent of Americans are concerned about terrorist attacks occurring while on vacation in various regions of the world, prompting many to make major changes to their travel plans.

Brings HD Quality Video and IP Functionality to Analog Surveillance

September 1, 2016

This 8-channel HDCVI 3.0 DVR brings HD quality video and IP functionality to long-distance transmissions over coax cable.

Stores Virtual Credentials on Smartphones for Access Management

September 1, 2016

This platform, Mobile Access Control Entities, supports Bluetooth, NFC and QR-codes to identify people using virtual credentials, which are stored in a MACE app.

Allows for Quick, Enhanced and Adaptable Surveillance

September 1, 2016

This mobile surveillance system is purpose-built to assist public safety personnel in the coverage of urban events and incidents, especially those of a chaotic or changing nature, such as large sporting events or city-wide festivals.

Redefines User Experience to Improve Access Management

September 1, 2016

The latest version of this access control platform features a new look and feel to accommodate wider monitors, compatibility with the latest operating systems, up to 16 privilege levels for responders during lockdown, data sharing, integration with biometrics, and more.

Provides Intuitive Access with Low Energy Requirement

September 1, 2016

This single-wing access gate is designed to either coordinate with the Speedlane Lifeline series or be used as a standalone installation.

Features Pan/Tilt Capabilities Over WiFi

September 1, 2016

This 1080p WiFi camera features motorized pan and tilt capabilities for expanded coverage and control.

Report Suggests Physical Security Information Management Market to Grow

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Analysts from Research and Markets forecast the global physical security information management market to grow at a CAGR of 14.82 percent during the period 2016-2020.

OSCE-Trained Cyber Officers Start Work in Ukraine

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

On July 18, 84 cyber-police officers, trained by the Office for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) started work in Ukraine on the grounds of Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs.

Biometric Payments Trusted by Majority of Europeans

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Visa’s Biometric Paymentsstudy, which surveyed 14,000 people across Europe, revealed that 73 percent of people think biometric security checks on a payments device is a secure authentication, with fingerprint the preference for 81% of consumers, followed by iris scanning.

Malaysia to Increase Airport Security

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Malaysia’s government has proposed to increase security at the country’s international airports in the wake of terrorist attacks at similar facilities overseas, such as Brussels, Belgium; and Ataturk, Turkey.

National Security in Jamaica Receives JD1 Billion Boost

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Jamaica’s Ministry of Tourism will contribute a further 1 billion Jamaican dollars to the Ministry of National Security to assist with security and law enforcement across the island.

Maritime Companies Warned of Cyber Attacks

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) is asking shipping and maritime companies to be vigilant to the potential commercial impact that cyber attacks can cause.

UK Official Calls for Security Spending Review Post-Brexit

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Professor Malcolm Chalmers, Deputy Director-General of the UK’s Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) has argued that the British public’s decision to leave the European Union would necessitate a significant a shift in UK national strategy and has called for a new Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR).

EU Enacts New Law to Improve Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

Firms supplying essential services – such as energy, transport, banking and health, or digital services – such as search engines and cloud services, will have to improve their ability to withstand cyber attacks under the first EU-wide rules on cybersecurity, approved by the European Parliament in July.

Europeans Call for Increased Action on Terrorism

Kylie Bull

September 1, 2016

The European Police Agency Europol released its annual terrorism trend report on July 20.

Employers Implementing 'Zero Tolerance' Policies on Workplace Violence

September 1, 2016

In response to recent mass shootings at U.S. workplaces, 52 percent of employers have updated or implemented a “zero tolerance” workplace violence prevention policy, according to The Executive Employer Surveyfrom labor law firm Littler Mendelson.

Singapore Tops Bill as Lowest Risk Country

September 1, 2016

According to The Pinkerton Risk Index: A Spatial Analysis of Risk Around the World, Singapore is the world’s lowest risk country for business.

Digital threats to executives and other high-profile employees are evolving faster than most corporate protection programs. Learn why modern executive protection programs require data-driven, intelligence-led strategies to keep pace with the magnitude of today’s threats.

Learn how modern security teams are evolving from alert-driven workflows to outcome-driven operations and how AI is enabling faster, more confident decisions at every stage of the incident response lifecycle.

Security Magazine

2016 September

Cover Story

The Most Influential People in Security 2016

Featured Articles

Preventing Loss and Preserving the Customer Experience

Healthcare Institutions Ramping Up Data Security Prescriptions

In Tough Environments, Security Gets More Resilient

Developing Low-Profile Surveillance for High-Profile Security

The 'People' Part of Enterprise Cybersecurity Strategies

Columns

Becoming a Global Chief Security Executive Officer

The 'Insecurity' Profession

Selecting the Right References Proves Critical for Job Searches

Who's the Boss? Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer

How Continuous Is Continuous Monitoring?

The Emergence of Infinity Screening to Mitigate Risk

Goodbye, Bill

Departments

Americans Changing Travel Plans Due to Terrorism Risks

Brings HD Quality Video and IP Functionality to Analog Surveillance

Stores Virtual Credentials on Smartphones for Access Management

Allows for Quick, Enhanced and Adaptable Surveillance

Redefines User Experience to Improve Access Management

Provides Intuitive Access with Low Energy Requirement

Features Pan/Tilt Capabilities Over WiFi

Report Suggests Physical Security Information Management Market to Grow

OSCE-Trained Cyber Officers Start Work in Ukraine

Biometric Payments Trusted by Majority of Europeans

Malaysia to Increase Airport Security

National Security in Jamaica Receives JD1 Billion Boost

Maritime Companies Warned of Cyber Attacks

UK Official Calls for Security Spending Review Post-Brexit

EU Enacts New Law to Improve Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity

Europeans Call for Increased Action on Terrorism

Employers Implementing 'Zero Tolerance' Policies on Workplace Violence

Singapore Tops Bill as Lowest Risk Country

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