In Parts 1 & 2 Peter Berlich gave an overview of the (ISC)2 Safe and Secure Online program and interviewed director Julie Peeler. Here he profiles the volunteer’s role
(ISC)2 Foundation’s Safe and Secure Online program is a unique charitable effort linking (ISC)2-certified information security experts to schools and other community groups
A security function should be lean and focused on managing controls. Tendencies to expand its scope, grow in size to become top-heavy, or allow overly hierarchical structures to develop, are potentially harmful
The reporting structure of the security function is a frequent point of discussion. Its prominence in the organizational chart will influence the amount of change it can drive. But regardless of where it ends up, its key asset in times of crisis isn’t reporting lines but the network of security and IT people it can draw on
Senior roles in corporations frequently come with performance-based pay schemes attached. Security professionals should put professionalism first and not aim to please for the sake of a reward, says Peter Berlich