FEATURE: STRATEGY escalating into a physical confrontation or worse. Teams should focus on managed devices and promote strong digital hygiene practices. For example, people should be mindful of having Wi-Fi or Bluetooth actively turned on at all times. We have developed free hardening guides for cell phones, laptops and tablets that can be downloaded from our website to help with this and other privacy concerns.
What advice would you give someone aspiring to obtain an executive position in your industry?
First, you’ ve got to have a passion for this space and truly care about protecting people. From there, learn as much as you can about both physical security and information security, because the two are more closely connected than ever before. If you want to grow into a leadership role, it’ s not just about being technical. You need to understand how to spot risks, explain them in plain language and tie the security work back to what matters most in the business. You must anchor your security strategy in your long-term business strategy. Also, stay curious. Pay attention to how threats are changing and work with people who push you to get better. Finally, identify young talent, give them the tools and resources they need to succeed and don’ t be afraid to lean into new technology once it’ s proven to be effective. p
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