Cybersecurity jobs least likely to be impacted by economic uncertainty, (ISC)2 says

A series of high-profile and damaging cyberattacks has underscored the critical role cybersecurity teams play, and top brass are taking notice.

By Matt Kapko • Feb. 16, 2023

National cyber director to retire this month

Chris Inglis, the president’s top cyber policy advisor, is stepping down as the nation awaits the unveiling of the National Cyber Strategy.

By David Jones • Feb. 9, 2023

Layoffs come for cybersecurity, too

Even companies in more insulated fields, such as cyber vendors Sophos, Okta and Secureworks, are bound to feel the pain as enterprises cut spending.

By Matt Kapko • Feb. 9, 2023

Corporate boards struggle to understand cybersecurity and digital transformation

Boards are trying to navigate the ever-evolving threat landscape as federal regulators plan additional breach disclosure rules.

By David Jones • Feb. 6, 2023

Okta CEO blames overhiring, ‘execution challenges’ for layoffs

A series of security incidents hit the identity and access management platform last year. But financial results are improving and the customer base is growing.

By Matt Kapko • Feb. 2, 2023

CISOs to face new budget hurdles in 2023 as economic anxiety lingers

Boards and the C-suite still see cybersecurity as a cost center, forcing CISOs to rethink their approach amid a rise in cost cutting.  

By David Jones • Jan. 31, 2023

On deck for the business of cybersecurity: Fire sales and due diligence

Enterprise cybersecurity is navigating market turmoil and vendor consolidation. Here’s what experts expect to happen to the industry in 2023.

By Naomi Eide , Matt Kapko , David Jones • Jan. 31, 2023

Box CEO on the ‘perfect storm’ of challenges in cybersecurity

“These are very, very complicated, dynamic, chaotic times on the security front,” Aaron Levie said.

By Matt Kapko • Jan. 31, 2023

Why CISOs should prioritize DEI initiatives in 2023

Different mindsets can bring new and better solutions to the table that can mitigate advanced cyberthreats, Google Cloud’s director of the office of the CISO writes. 

By MK Palmore • Jan. 13, 2023

Surging cyberthreats, data concerns remain top dispute risks for organizations

A survey from Baker McKenzie shows a heightened risk of legal challenges amid a rise in sophisticated cyberattacks, along with concerns about the regulatory response. 

By David Jones • Jan. 12, 2023

T-Mobile CSO: One wrong decision can wreak havoc

Adversaries attacked a T-Mobile honeypot 65 million times a day, Timothy Youngblood recalls.

By Matt Kapko • Jan. 11, 2023

The cybersecurity talent shortage: The outlook for 2023

The available potential workforce isn’t keeping pace with demand, and experts blame a lack of interest from young people entering the job market. 

By Sue Poremba • Jan. 5, 2023

National Cyber Director eyes retirement: report

The inaugural cybersecurity chief at the White House assumed the role in June 2021 following a nearly three decade career at the NSA.

By Matt Kapko • Dec. 22, 2022

Incident responders brace for end-of-year cyber scaries

Fears of the next SolarWinds or Log4j-style incident hitting over the holidays have some cybersecurity experts on edge.

By Matt Kapko • Dec. 19, 2022

Apple CIO steps down from Rackspace board citing new job duties

Rackspace announced additional management changes while it recovers from a ransomware attack on its Hosted Exchange business. 

By David Jones • Dec. 19, 2022

Rackspace executives stand by ransomware response

Chief Product Officer Josh Prewitt said the company restored email access to more than three-quarters of its Hosted Exchange customers. But Rackspace officials pushed back on alleged connections to ProxyNotShell.

By David Jones • Dec. 16, 2022

CISOs are becoming more technical

CISO roles lack consistency, reflecting unique enterprise needs. Yet, the job’s focus is not narrowing anytime soon.

By Matt Kapko • Dec. 15, 2022

How to upgrade cybersecurity awareness training

Phishing attacks are not always as obvious as a direct message from someone pretending to be Elon Musk asking you to buy cryptocurrency. To better equip employees, cyber training needs an upgrade. 

By James Karimi • Dec. 12, 2022

7 of this year’s biggest cybersecurity stories

From vendor evolution to the long-term effects of high-profile attacks, the cybersecurity industry is rapidly evolving. Take a look at our top stories to understand just how much has changed.

By Naomi Eide • Dec. 5, 2022

The top security and tech conferences to attend in 2023

From pure-play security to leadership events, here are some of the must-attend events for strategy-minded executives next year.

By Roberto Torres • Nov. 29, 2022

Security awareness training needs a revamp

Too often security training is seen as a negative experience and a time to reprimand those who make security gaffes. But old strategies aren’t working. It’s time for a redo. 

By Sue Poremba • Nov. 22, 2022

McDonald’s to launch cybersecurity apprenticeship program

The restaurant chain's initiative is among nearly 200 registered apprenticeships programs approved or under development as part of the White House's Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Nov. 16, 2022

CISA’s K-12 cyber education program goes nationwide

Cyber.org Range will introduce students to cybersecurity concepts and prepare them for intermediate-level jobs in a severely understaffed industry.

By Matt Kapko • Nov. 9, 2022

How one Regis graduate earned his master’s degree — and got his life back on track

Phillip Coffman persevered through mental health issues and homelessness, then worked to get his life back on track with graduate school. He discovered Regis University, and built himself back up with a master’s in cybersecurity.

Nov. 7, 2022

CommonSpirit taps new CIO with military background after cyberattack

NewYork-Presbyterian’s Daniel Barchi will take the new position starting Monday, just one month after the hospital chain suffered a high-profile ransomware attack. 

By Samantha Liss • Nov. 2, 2022