Irene Corpuz, section head, Planning and IT Security, Western Region Municipality, Abu Dhabi, discusses why regional CISOs should focus on communicating IT security risks in a language that business leaders understand.
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Security Advisor ME recognises excellence in IT security
The second annual Security Advisor Middle East Awards saw prominent players in the information security industry, including private and public sector CISOs and CSOs, gather in the UAE to celebrate achievements from the regional IT security space.1 15132
NBF’s Hariprasad Chede: “Everybody is responsible for IT security”
National Bank of Fujairah CISO Hariprasad Chede discusses why every member of an organisation should take responsibility when it comes to IT security.
Lucideus Tech CEO Saket Modi: “Security is a journey”
Ethical hacker, international speaker and CEO of Lucideus Tech Saket Modi delves into why IT security should be an ongoing and continuous process and not a destination.
Vantage point: CSO Perspectives Conference
Security Advisor ME hosted its inaugural CSO Perspectives conference in Dubai, last month, bringing together thought leaders to discuss how information security leaders can work towards aligning current strategies with business objectives.
How threat intelligence can help businesses turn the tide on cybercrime
In the recent past, we have seen an alarming trend – attackers becoming faster innovators than the defenders. With increasing complexities around cybersecurity, the need for threat intelligence is becoming more apparent.
8 top cyber-attack maps and how to use them
Most of the cyber-attack maps online today are just ‘eye candy,’ but there are some creative ways they can be used.
Securing the network in the age of IoT
The recent spate of ransomware attacks has put the spotlight back on network security, making it an uphill battle for almost all organisations in the region. With hackers always trying to get into networks though new and creative ways, the spending on network security, especially on firewalls/UTM products, have gone through the roof.
How to build physical security into a data centre
Mantraps, access control systems, bollards and surveillance. Your guide to securing the data centre against physical threats and intrusions.
Palo Alto Networks appoints new VP and Regional CSO for EMEA
Palo Alto Networks has announced the appointment of Greg Day as Vice President and Regional Chief Security Officer (CSO) for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
Gartner: 7 major trends forcing IT security pros to change
Enterprises are under heavy pressure to change their approach to IT security because of a “nexus of forces” that include …