News from the Council

Can someone please do some basic security products?

What on earth is wrong with doing something simple?

IAM: an undervalued skill and a full-time job

Why do so many organisations employ their most junior people to do IAM?

Broken windows, and why we need to keep order

Maintaining the security “building” is challenging, needing skilled individuals.

Why there’s a place for creativity in security

Why? Because hackers are creative, too.

Should I recruit based on skills, or take a punt?

Our usual desire is to recruit someone who fits the job description.

Will I ever go to a physical conference again?

Is there still a place for venue-based events?

The impact of COVID-19 on the cyber skills gap

The pandemic has brought new challenges for cyber professionals

If a user makes a mistake, ask: What could the company have done better?

Improve user behaviour by introducing ongoing education campaigns.

Demands on cybersecurity for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Security teams will increasingly need to focus on outcomes.