ISC2 Up2Date: August 27th, 2024
As August ends, we look at the latest news ahead of ISC2 Security Congress, along with opportunities for intensive bootcamps to support your learning ahead of sitting the CISSP exam. Members share their insights on dealing with operational technology (OT) and using metrics to shape cyber strategy, and we share practical advice for those considering a career change into cybersecurity.
According to ISC2 research, CISSP-holders command a global average salary of U.S. $119,577 and the certification is included across industry top 10 lists. ISC2 has unveiled its remaining boot camp schedule for 2024 and space is limited. You have a choice of a full-time boot camp format, live online for nine hours each day (with a one-hour break) Monday through Friday, or a part-time boot camp, live online for two hours, two nights a week. If you are an aspiring CISSP looking to progress, or an employer who wants to make sure they have a CISSP on staff, these boot camps are not to be missed.
ISC2 Security Congress 2024, taking place on October 14-16 in Las Vegas and live online, will dive into the latest trends and technologies shaping network security, providing attendees with strategies and insights to strengthen their network defenses. An ever-evolving field, networks demand vigilance and adaptation to contend with both changing threats and new technology. ISC2 Security Congress offers you a unique opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and protect your organization from the threats of today and tomorrow. The conference will feature an array of expert speakers and in-depth sessions that will delve into the evolving network security landscape, among other topics.
One of the key components of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy is the implementation of effective metrics to track, analyze and improve security posture and identify potential vulnerabilities. As cyber threats continue to evolve, leveraging metrics to continuously monitor and improve cybersecurity posture will be paramount in safeguarding digital assets and maintaining trust with stakeholders. Nitin Uttreja, CISSP, shares his view and first-hand experience of cybersecurity metrics, the significance they have in IT and cybersecurity strategy, what to measure and how to report findings to senior management.
Embarking on a career change is a bold decision, and considering the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity, is both strategic and promising. This article explores why individuals may contemplate a career change to cybersecurity, emphasizing the significance of starting with entry-level roles as a foundational steppingstone toward advanced cybersecurity certifications and more advanced career opportunities.
The collision of IT-based cybersecurity and operational technology security presents several challenges, least of all integrating a variety of new and unusual systems into an enlarged technology estate and increased risk factors for cybersecurity vulnerability. We discuss some of the considerations facing a traditionally IT-centric cybersecurity team when faced with a myriad of new and legacy OT systems with a wide variety of security issues, considerations and opportunities for integration and management.
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