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The needs of those pursuing a cybersecurity career are unlike any other field. Stress is high, and the knowledge and skills it demands are evolving and changing all the time. That’s why it’s a great idea to have a mentor to serve as a sounding board at critical points throughout your career. A mentor can provide feedback on career management that you might not find in a job and also help you forge relationships with key contacts in the industry. Here are three key steps to cultivating this important professional relationship. Do Your Research Before you even try to find a mentor to help guide you, it’s essential to identify what that person’s professional role is and how it enables

There has never been a better time to become an information security professional. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for security experts is expected to grow exponentially through 2028. So, what are the hottest attributes employers are seeking out in 2020? Here are 5 of the most sought-after skills companies want for their security and IT teams today. Cloud Security Businesses are increasingly moving workloads to the cloud, and it has become an integral part of IT strategy that is only expected to grow. IDC predicts public cloud adoption will reach nearly $500 billion in just 3 years. Of course, the cloud also poses more risk to data and operations, and that’s why professionals who understand cloud security

So, you’ve decided you want to break into cybersecurity but have no relevant experience. The bad news is experience is important when it comes to working in this field. But that doesn’t mean finding your first job will be impossible either. The cybersecurity field continues to grow each year, and hiring managers are looking for varied skill sets to fill security roles. However, you will need to demonstrate you have other things to offer in lieu of years on the job in security. How do you do that? By getting creative. Here are 5 ways to stand out as a job applicant, even if you have little or no direct experience. Get Certified By getting certified, you demonstrate to potential

When asked about changes experienced due to COVID-19, almost half (47%) of cybersecurity professionals polled by (ISC)2 said they have been reassigned to IT tasks. These findings are part of the (ISC)2 Cybersecurity Pulse Survey, in which 256 cybersecurity professionals shared insights on their current work situations during the first several weeks of their organizations’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Reassigning cybersecurity workers appears to be one of the ways companies were, at least initially, trying to cope with the increase of employees working from home. The move comes as threat actors seek to exploit organizations’ broader attack surfaces, as many shifted to work-from-home practices. 23% of respondents say they have seen a rise in security incidents at their organizations

Earning a CISSP Concentration is an excellent way to advance your cybersecurity career and skill set. The CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP and CISSP-ISSMP all build on the CISSP, adding depth and mastery to the focus areas covered. If you’re looking to expand your portfolio, these elite credentials are worth exploring. CISSP Concentrations prove subject matter mastery beyond the CISSP, positioning those who hold them for jobs that command increased pay, greater responsibilities and more professional satisfaction. If you’re looking for reasons to pursue one now, here are five: Career advancement. Concentrations prove an elite level of expertise, raising visibility, credibility and opening new opportunities. Higher salaries. On average, (ISC)2 members report earning 35% more than non-members. The CISSP-ISSAP ranked #2 on Certification

By Scott Dickinson, CISSP, CCSP First a disclaimer. This is not designed to be a piece discussing the political beliefs or whether the right or wrong decisions were made at the appropriate time during the COVID-19 crisis. This COVID-19 event is happening to us, but what can we do about it? We can document our activities and use it as an actual exercise for BCP/COOP/DR. I will be using some examples from colleagues, as well as some of my personal experiences mixed in, so please don't assume I am speaking for any one organization. During this time of COVID-19 social distancing and working from home, many individuals, businesses and organizations are struggling with the sudden imposition of remote work and