Here are some tips to follow to protect your personal and work related data.
Use and maintain anti-virus software and a firewall - Protect yourself against viruses and Trojan horses that may steal or modify the data on your own computer and leave you vulnerable by using anti-virus software and a firewall.
Malicious code is not always hidden in web page scripts or unusual file formats. Attackers may corrupt types of files that you would recognize and typically consider safe, so you should take precautions when opening files from other people.
The Chief Security Officer (CSO) oversees and coordinates security efforts across an organization including departments such as information technology, human resources, communications, legal, finance management and other groups, and identifies and establishes security initiatives and standards throughout the...
Certifications are highly sought after by job seekers and employers. They are a major criterion for hiring qualified security professionals, a practice followed by most companies. The challenge for employers, and the key point, is to understand what a specific certification signifies- If a certification along with...
The focus on information security is not just a passing phase”we have seen it sustained over the past couple of years, and it continues to grow. So you can now begin to place yourself in a position to become that ideal security professional as this role evolves and expands more so for banking and financial...
John Smith, VP Technical Services at an Investment Bank was interviewing a senior information security professional on the phone last month in April, 2007 during the phone interview the candidate suddenly requested John to be on hold as another call was coming through.
A checklist for professionals aspiring to be Leaders and Security Rock Stars
Love What You Do - Have a passion for information security. Do not consider getting in the field because earning potential is high or because your friend is in security.
As an active job seeker you may post your resume in several job boards providing personal contact information including your social security number and more... speak with innumerable recruiters discussing potential job opportunities revealing more information about yourself. Chances are you don't give this everyday...
A new chief information security officer should approach their role determined to make a difference to the business they are supporting. This advice comes from someone who knows how to make a difference, Steve Katz, who was the first Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of a major financial institution,...
ALAN ZAPANTA(ISMG): Now, recently, you have been conducting some compelling research regarding the skill level that the information security industry demands and the current curriculum that many colleges ascribe to. Could you please give us a brief overview?
RICHARD SWART: Yes. I did this research in...
Once an isolated planet, information security has now become a universe in itself! Today, security is acknowledged as an integral component for corporate success leading to the increase in demand for highly-skilled security professionals. A recent study conducted by IDC for the International Information Systems...
The results are in, and BankInfoSecurity.com would like to present the Top 10 financial information security articles on this website from 2006. All articles have been posted since January, and include any articles through the last week in July.
Not surprisingly, the number one article referred to actual financial...
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NEW JOB OPENING!SENIOR EXECUTIVE WANTED FOR FAST-GROWING BANK
- As a senior vice president of our bank, you will be in charge of a function that is complex and requires technical knowledge that needs to be completely refreshed every 2 - 3 years.
- You will provide services to a...
You're thinking about making a career move in the information security industry, but not sure how to approach it? Position yourself for professional and personal excellence!
Set Realistic Goals for Yourself
One morning you wake up and realize you are head to head with the unknown. How can you move past this and...
To be successful as a company, finding and choosing the right team is critical. Every company must continuously expand its core team in order to increase market share and maintain competitive standing. Expanding your team requires top talent - specialists in the unique nature and culture of information security...
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