Government Information Security Podcast

Organizations looking to leverage multi-factor authentication should consider mobile devices for their unique capabilities, says Sarah Fender of PhoneFactor.

The attack space is changing, with more enterprise users accessing data from their mobile device, leading to a new focus on data-centric security, says Jeremy Stieglitz of Voltage Security.

A dramatic reduction in processing requirements for encryption may mean increased utilization of the technology, says Todd Thiemann of Vormetric.

Big data isn't about size, says Gartner's Neil MacDonald. It's much bigger: Big data is about volume, velocity, variety and complexity, and requires new approaches on how information is used to secure digital assets.

In the wake of the LinkedIn breach, what steps should organizations take to enhance online password protection? Araxid's Brent Williams offers advice.

Georgia Tech Research Institute is beta testing a malware intelligence system that research scientist Chris Smoak contends will help corporate and government security officials share information about the attacks they confront.

IT security practitioners realize much value from the monthly cybersecurity index created a year ago by Mukul Pareek and Dan Geer. Why? They benefit from knowing how others see the evolving threat environment.

Many organizations aren't devoting enough resources to ensure that applications for mobile devices are secure, says security expert Jeff Williams. He offers five tips for adequately addressing mobile application security.

For years, David Matthews, Deputy CISO of the City of Seattle, has been immersed in securing electronically stored information. Now he's written the book on the topic. What are the key themes addressed?

IT risk management, cyber insurance, privacy - these are hot topics for security leaders, but not for their boards of directors. Why do senior executives still fail to see IT risks as business risks?

Hacktivist attacks will increase, and researcher Gregory Nowak says organizations can take proactive steps to reduce exposure and protect brand reputation. Why, then, are many organizations failing?

Imagine a computer network that can fool intruders into seeing configurations that in reality don't exist, making it hard for them to invade the system. That's what Scott DeLoach is trying to figure out how to do.

Do you have the right personality type to flourish in an IT security role? Laurence Shatkin, author of "50 Best Jobs for Your Personality," offers tips for finding the job that truly fits your type.

How common are padded resumes like the one that led to the departure of Yahoo CEO Scott Thompson? Far too common, says attorney Les Rosen, who offers tips to help organizations manage such risks.

When breaches occur, most organizations struggle to collect the right data and get investigations off the ground. How can breach response improve? Verizon's Chris Novak offers expert advice.

Who is more likely to commit fraud in your organization - the newly-hired youngster or the long-tenured veteran? The ACFE's new 2012 Global Fraud Study profiles the top fraudsters and their schemes.

Americans express a bit less anxiety about their security than they felt a year ago, perhaps because they've become desensitized by extensive news reports about cyberattacks last spring, says Unisys' Steve Vinsik.

A new IBM study identifies three distinct types of information security leaders: Influencers, Protectors and Responders. Which type are you? IBM's Marc van Zadelhoff offers tips for more effective leadership.

The information security profession is a 'war for talent' today, says recruiter Kathy Lavinder. But to win the war requires specialized skill sets. Here are today's top requirements.

Which Internet security threats pose the greatest risks to organizations in 2012 and beyond? Symantec has just released its Internet Security Threat Report, which reveals some surprising trends.