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If you’re looking to break into the field of cybersecurity – and workforce research shows, we need you to join us – (ISC)²’s SSCP certification may be the way to go. Certification Magazine recently wrote about the SSCP certification as a solid point of entry for aspiring security professionals. The certification is ideal for those in “boots on the ground” positions within security operations. The SSCP exam is highly technical and focused on hands-on knowledge skills. The certification is ideal for security analysts, systems engineers, database administrators and others responsible for the day-to-day operations of securing their organizations critical assets. For more information about the SSCP certification – including exam information, steps to getting certified and the benefits of membership

(ISC)² recently honored two additions to the distinguished group of Fellows of (ISC)². This recognition is designated upon elite cybersecurity professionals who have made outstanding contributions over the course of their careers to the profession and industry at large. John McCumber, director of cybersecurity advocacy in North America for (ISC)², is a past Fellow and presented the honor to two outstanding and deserving individuals this year at Security Congress in New Orleans during the Information Security Leadership Awards ceremony. The first Fellow honored was Dr. Ronald Ross. His area of focus has been systems security engineering and risk management. He is currently leading the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) Implementation Project, which includes the development of security standards and

Despite a shortage of 3 million cybersecurity professionals across the globe, a comfortable majority of those currently employed (68%) are happy in their jobs, according to (ISC)2’s newly published Cybersecurity Workforce Study. Their job satisfaction is related to the level of investment employers make in cybersecurity skills, technology and practices – all of which determines how cybersecurity professionals spend their time. The study is instructive to employers who are hampered by the skills shortage, but nevertheless need to improve their cybersecurity posture and culture. “By providing the right security resources, whether that means additional personnel, training or specialized cybersecurity solutions, companies can have a major impact on how cybersecurity pros spend their time, which in turn impacts their job satisfaction