Perhaps you’ve read the books, taken all the classes, received the degree and have taken the time to network. There is nowhere near a shortage of cyber and info security positions available, so this is where the job hunt begins. However, what traits are cybersecurity employers looking for from cybersecurity candidates? The truth is, tech […]
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Diversity and the security industry: A reality check
As a top article on the Secure360 blog when it was first written in 2017, we have updated this post with current statistics and ideas for 2019. As cybercrime continues to rise, so will the number of cybersecurity job openings in the years to come. In fact, that number is projected to grow to 3.5 million […]
The truth about what cybersecurity leaders want
It’s no secret that the world of cybersecurity is in a state of constant development with every advancement and modification being made in technology and security. Leaders in cybersecurity face new challenges every year; it’s an industry in a constant state of flux. With all of the statistics and trend lists floating around, it makes […]
How to boost diversity in cybersecurity
It’s no secret that the tech industry is dominated by men and has been widely criticized for its lack of diversity in terms of minorities and women. However, for the Millennial generation, which is larger and more diverse than any generation, this lack of diversity is can be viewed as less of a setback and more […]
Secure360 events: Everything you need to know
Secure360 has grown significantly every year, and in 2016 we were excited to announce and host our first expansion events. If you have currently attending Secure360 in the past, or you’re just hearing about our events for the first time, here’s a quick run-down of our conferences to help you plan which event you should […]
Building your personal brand in the infosec industry
Since the infosec industry is a quickly growing and changing one, individuals wanting to be recognized by top industry leaders must learn how to set themselves apart from the competition, as well as earn the respect of their peers. Building a personal brand and reputation, both across your networking and online circles, is a step […]
Secure360 Twin Cities 2017 recap
All we can say is, “WOW!” Secure360 Twin Cities 2017 was a huge success, and we have staff, volunteers, speakers, sponsors and, of course, attendees to thank for that. Our staff and UMSA board members are listening to your feedback throughout the event—both negative and positive—and we’re taking note. We want to continue to make […]
Developing an impact-focused cyber breach exercise
A stark reality of today’s world is that businesses must constantly defend against relentless attempts to steal their computer data or damage their systems. Few, however, have serious plans for how they will respond to the impact of an actual breach – and even fewer stress-test those plans. Such exercises force real-time situation analysis and […]
The cybersecurity skills gap still needs to be filled
In 2015, 89 percent of cybersecurity job postings went unfilled due to high standards that companies required of entry- and mid-level positions, according to a CareerBuilder survey. Hiring managers in cybersecurity and IT did not believe most applicants had the skills or certifications to match what was needed, and in turn, began outsourcing their IT and […]
Going above and beyond: Non-technical skills IT leaders need
Information technology and infosec leaders and managers are typically equipped with the core skills such as cloud computing, IT project management and security and compliance. However, in order to be a leader in these fields today, IT and infosec professionals must have more than just the required IT technical skills. “Soft skills” typically refer to […]
