Name: Sohail AwadTitle: EngineerEmployer: FreelancerLocation: U.K.Degree: Master of Science in Computer SecurityYears in IT: 16Years in information security: 12Cybersecurity certifications: SSCP, CCNA Security, CCNA R/S   What security skills and knowledge would you count as relevant to your current role, and ambitions for the future? Every skill or bit of knowledge I gain is relevant to my role as they help me to see the big picture and better tailor the solutions I create and develop. The SSCP, in essence, is designed to deliver that vision. I have found the secure programming techniques, data hiding and security policies and many more of what SSCP offers are very helpful to the things I am doing in software development now. I would

Following the success of the one-day Secure Events and Security Congress in EMEA, (ISC)²’s new look two-day Secure Summits bring multi-subject sessions from hands on practical workshops to keynotes and panel discussions, featuring local and international industry experts to maximise the learning experience and CPE opportunities. Serving the entire (ISC)² EMEA professional community with five regional events, the Summits offer a wealth of educational value, networking opportunities, and a community forum for likeminded professionals, all of which are FREE to (ISC)² members & (ISC)² Chapter members. Read on for insights from one of our popular Secure Summit UK sessions: Day one of Secure Summit UK saw ethical hacker Ken Munro from Pen Test Partners take the stage to deliver a

Though more attention has come to the security industry, cyber crime continues to challenge defense. Cybersecurity can no longer be ignored. In case you missed the press release last week, we’re letting you know that (ISC)² announced an open call for expert cybersecurity speakers for our 2018 Security Congress. In fact, there was lots of news coming out of (ISC)² last week. We are also welcoming nominations for the 2018 Information Security Leadership Award – Government. It’s the end of the year, which means the start of a new one. With the new year comes the promise of growth and change, but first organizations need to recognize the reality of the risks to business inherent in cyber crimes. Many agencies and organizations

If leadership truly does come from the top, having Kirstjen Neilsen as the newest Homeland Security secretary may prove promising when it comes to filling the jobs gap. After all, she’s the first person to bring industry experience to the role. Few things have the ability to obliterate people’s passion for their work like a terrible boss, especially when that boss lacks the knowledge and skills needed to guide an organization’s growth. But Kirstjen Neilsen certainly has the potential to really reform and improve the Department of Homeland Security. It’s exciting times, but that is not all the notable news that happened this week. Dec. 4. Corporate partnerships are one way to fill the pipeline and narrow the looming jobs

Name: Mario Damar BardowellTitle: Security AnalystEmployer: LeidosLocation: Orlando, Florida, U.S.A.Degree: B.S. in Network Systems CommunicationsYears in IT: 8Years in information security: 2Cybersecurity certifications: SSCP, CISSP, CompTIA’s CASP and Security +, CEH   How did you decide upon a career in cybersecurity? The decision to pursue a career in cybersecurity was made due to the impression I received when I got a chance to work with an information security professional in my very first role as a help desk analyst. The man was sharp and always did things by the book. He didn't cut corners and showed me why securing systems was critical to a business’s success. It was then that I knew I wanted to put my time and effort