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Top 10 governance, risk, and compliance certifications

CIO Business Intelligence

The exam covers topics such as information security risk management, the authorization and approval of information systems, as well as selecting, approving, implementing, assessing, auditing, and monitoring security and privacy controls. Why are GRC certifications important?

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When least privilege is the most important thing

CIO Business Intelligence

In the ever-evolving realm of information security, the principle of Least Privilege stands out as the cornerstone of safeguarding sensitive data. However, this fundamental concept, emphasizing limited access to resources and information, has been progressively overlooked, placing our digital ecosystems at greater risk.

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3 certification tips for IT leaders looking to get ahead

CIO Business Intelligence

Mehta earned a Certified Information Security Auditor certification in 2002 when, he says, “there were only 1,600 such certified professionals globally.” A CIO’s chances of moving up the value chain increase if he has such certifications under his belt,” Mehta says.

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Microsoft will base part of senior exec comp on security, add deputy CISOs to product groups

GeekWire

(GeekWire Photo / Dan DeLong) Microsoft is changing its security practices, organizational structure, and executive compensation in an attempt to address a series of major security breaches, under growing pressure from government leaders and big customers.

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New US CIO appointments, March 2022

CIO Business Intelligence

Cutinho previously led CME Clearing and served in a variety of technology roles since joining the company in 2002. Joe Carroll Named CITGO Chief Information Officer. He will replace Kevin Kometer, who is retiring at mid-year. Cutinho earned an MBA at University of Chicago. Joe Carroll, CIO, CITGO.

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Internal memo: Microsoft makes security a ‘core priority’ for employee review process

GeekWire

It’s Microsoft’s latest attempt to prioritize security, dating back the “Trustworthy Computing” initiative that Bill Gates instituted in 2002.

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Best Tech Blogs – Must Read Tech Resources 2019

Galido

Techvibes was founded in 2002 by President and Editor-in-Chief Robert Lewis and in June 2016 it was acquired by technology consulting firm, Konrad Group. Their experience makes theirs perfect security blog to stay up-to-date with the latest zero-day threats and cybersecurity news. Help Net Security. Info Security Magazine.

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