The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response (CESER) has released version 2.1 of the Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2).

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97978-dept-of-energy-releases-c2m2-version-21-for-energy-cybersecurity

Smart city technologies and urban big data produce data privacy concerns. For any data-driven smart city project to be successful, it must communicate its value and data safety to its primary stakeholders — the citizens.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97977-big-data-and-smart-cities-how-to-battle-the-pandemic-while-preserving-privacy

For corporations who can’t fill the vital cybersecurity and forensic positions, the highest cost lies in timeliness: they can’t afford delays in responding to incidents or breaches. Digital forensic tools with automation capabilities may be the answer.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97969-digital-forensic-technology-can-help-support-cyber-investigations-incident-response

As cyberattack methods evolve, so too must enterprise incident response plans. How an organization recovers from a data breach is critical to their future business success.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97975-enterprise-incident-response-plans-must-improve

In his new role at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Daryl Green will oversee UAB Police and Public Safety’s team of 204 law enforcement, security, and emergency management personnel.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97973-daryl-green-named-avp-of-public-safety-chief-of-police-at-university-of-alabama-at-birmingham

Four selected encryption algorithms will become part of NIST’s post-quantum cryptographic standard, expected to be finalized in about two years.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97971-nist-reveals-4-quantum-resistant-cryptographic-algorithms-to-prevent-future-attacks

Access control, hazardous materials restrictions, and other perimeter security measures are in effect to secure The World Games 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97972-perimeter-security-strategies-for-the-world-games-2022

Security executives share practical considerations and tips for launching an executive protection function or reevaluating an existing program.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97967-the-ins-and-outs-of-launching-an-executive-protection-program

Healthcare network MaineHealth has been awarded $1.2 million to put toward a program focusing on overdose and harm reduction in the state.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97970-mainehealth-awarded-12-million-for-overdose-and-harm-reduction-program

Anne Marie Zettlemoyer has been named Chief Security Officer at CyCognito.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97968-anne-marie-zettlemoyer-named-cso-at-cycognito

Now more than ever, it’s important to instill trust in the software supply chain. Code signing can help organizations ensure the security of their software supply chain.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97966-code-signing-is-a-valuable-tool-if-its-secure

What are seven tips and practical approaches security leaders and their organizations can use to keep crisis management response on track and burnout at bay?

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97965-addressing-crisis-management-team-burnout

Until the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act is passed, there are certain security strategies that can help mitigate workplace violence and implement a prevention strategy that strengthens the workforce from within.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97964-understanding-hr-1195-the-workplace-violence-prevention-for-health-care-and-social-service-workers-act

With active shooter incidents on the rise, adopting drones and exploring video solutions could help police teams and first responders save lives and resources.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97963-more-drones-please-why-police-departments-need-to-see-everything

The global nature of today’s senior-level security roles prefer or require international experience.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97962-international-experience-can-advance-your-security-career

It is imperative security leaders constantly prepare their organizations for future threats — and watching a little TV may help.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97961-holding-up-a-black-mirror-to-society

Let’s take a look at the evolution and path of Conti ransomware.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97960-costa-rica-in-crisis-russian-ransomware-raises-its-head

Conducting risk assessments are a valuable piece of any security program. But, in order to achieve maximum return, there’s a right and a wrong way to follow through.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97959-risk-assessment-strategies-be-careful-what-you-eat

Ian Wallace has been named Senior Advisor for Strategy at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)'s Office of Strategy, Policy & Plans.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97956-ian-wallace-named-senior-advisor-for-strategy-at-cisa

James Murray, former Director of the U.S. Secret Service, has been named the new Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Snap Inc.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/97958-former-secret-service-director-james-murray-named-cso-at-snapchat