Cyber Tactics Column

Taming the Threat Beast: Building a Threat-Led Cybersecurity Program

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Moving from noisy threat feeds to focused intelligence that security teams can actually act on.

Leveraging ISACA for Your CMMC Career

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification sets the benchmark for how DoW contractors prove cybersecurity readiness.

Securing Trust: Why Crisis Communication is Your First Line of Defense

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Trust is lost in minutes during a crisis, and clear, human communication is the only way to win it back.

Sizing Up Top Tech Trends and Priorities for 2026

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A look into areas security professionals and digital trust practitioners should be mindful of in the year to come.

Navigating Cybersecurity’s Tightrope: Balancing Skills, AI, and Human Resilience

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A walk through for running a successful test that turns lessons into lasting resilience.

The Moment of Truth: Conducting Your BCP Test and Capturing Lessons

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A walk through for running a successful test that turns lessons into lasting resilience.

The BCP Proving Ground: A Blueprint for a Successful Test

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Test the BCP to ensure the process is organized, insightful and strengthens crisis response capabilities.

Your Mid-Year BCP Wake-Up Call: Is Your Business Ready?

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

A Business Continuity Plan is a silent safety net, but it requires regular maintenance.

Securing the Digital Frontier: Strategies for Safeguarding Companies and Customers in the Age of Wearables

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Adapting frameworks to encompass emerging risks associated with the latest wearable trends is essential.

Quantum Computing: A Call to Action for Security Professionals

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

There are significant security challenges and opportunities ahead in the era of quantum computing.

The Critical Role of Mean Time to Remediate

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Every minute shaved off the remediation process translates to reduced risk and a stronger, more resilient organization.

Building a robust cybersecurity team: Five essential roles and key certifications

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Assembling a robust cybersecurity team is essential for protecting an organization’s information assets.

The fundamentals of cybersecurity in the age of AI

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Advanced technologies should complement, not replace, the fundamental principles of cybersecurity.

How security professionals can stand out in a tighter market

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Staying proactive, adaptable and continuously learning are key to stand out and achieve career success in cybersecurity.

Prepping for your January 2025 board meeting

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The first board meeting of the New Year presents opportunities to effectively communicate the state of the organization's cybersecurity posture.

Combating the rising threat of AI-powered phishing attacks

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

To combat the rising threat of AI-powered phishing, a comprehensive strategy is crucial.

Making employees your security shield

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Security awareness training is not just an option, but a strategic imperative.

State of cybersecurity: Complex threat landscape spiking stress levels

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

ISACA's 2024 State of Cybersecurity report offers insights into the current cybersecurity landscape.

Counteracting heightened security risks for travelers, remote workers

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

While remote connectivity offers employees flexibility and convenience, it also opens potential avenues for breaches.

Unlocking digital trust: The power of collaboration in a data-driven world

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the importance of digital trust will only continue to grow.

Unlocking digital trust: The power of collaboration in a data-driven world

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the importance of digital trust will only continue to grow.

Concerted push needed for AI training in security community

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

AI has become a ubiquitous topic in boardrooms and among C-suite leaders across a range of professional disciplines — including in the security community.

Building digital trust with ISACA's framework

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In today's digital landscape, organizations must navigate a complex web of challenges, from cybersecurity threats and data privacy concerns to the integration of emerging technologies.

Building cyber resilience through cyber tabletop exercises

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Organizations can use cyber tabletop exercises as a powerful tool to build robust and adaptable cyber defenses.

Tap into connection points between security and privacy

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Data privacy and information security are both critical components of building customer trust for organizations.

Better software supply chain security through SBOMs

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

n today's interconnected digital landscape, the integrity and security of software components used in products and services are of paramount importance.

The intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a valuable cybersecurity asset, but it's not a silver bullet. To best leverage AI, we must consider the security teams of the future.

AI security risks: Separating hype from reality

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

By investing in artificial intelligence training and the necessary tools, security professionals can harness the power of AI to enhance their capabilities.

Stubborn workforce challenges call for new approaches in building security teams

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

How can we concretely address the workforce challenges facing the cybersecurity industry? In this column, Pam Nigro focuses on DEI, career development and AI.

Security needs to make its voice heard in AI implementations

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Balancing the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) is critical to enterprise cybersecurity success going forward.