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InfoSec Policies and Standards: Some strategic context for those just diving into this world

CTOvision

Organizations are giving more priority to development of information security policies, as protecting their assets is one of the prominent things that needs to be considered. Lack of clarity in InfoSec policies can lead to catastrophic damages which cannot be recovered. Write Policies. Get Management Support.

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The Importance of an Online Encryption Policy

CTOvision

This quote summarizes the importance of online encryption policy and hands-on implementation within an organization. Once your computer or mobile device is connected to the Internet, there’s no guarantee of protection and safety of your personal files, whether you’re using it as a consumer or a corporate user. Government institutions.

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Automation For The Better Good - Security

Forrester IT

However, if you asked the most diehard Luddites if they were ready willing to give up the following: Depositing a check using a mobile app. What these tasks have in common (in addition to relying on automation): a critical dependence on security. Information Security. Security Operations & Program Governance.

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Symantec Government Symposium 11 March 2014 at the Renaissance Hotel Washington DC

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Investigate FedRAMP and its role in standardizing cloud security and what the program means to federal agencies. Event attendees will also hear about how to securely manage big data, cloud computing, mobility, social networking, critical infrastructure and more! Visit [link] symposium for more information.

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Patient Portal Puts a Spotlight on Secure Messaging

CTOvision

Messaging solutions are applications within portals; as such, they are as secure as the portals, networks, policies and protocols that support them. The integrity of patient-provider secure messaging is based in great part on the comprehensiveness of policy, network and data warehousing security measures.

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Guidance Software Federal Summit 6 March 2014

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Recognized as a pioneer in the field of classified information protection, Mr. Bigman developed technical measures and procedures to manage the nation’s most sensitive secrets. Bigman worked in every area of information and data security, the last fifteen years as the Agency’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

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NASA Audit: Cyber Risk Skyrockets with 'Work from Home'

SecureWorld News

When your employees suddenly shifted to work from home during the pandemic, did you see an increasing number of IT security policy violations? 6 key areas where NASA's information security is failing. NASA lacked an Agency-wide risk management framework for information security and an information security architecture.