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Connecting the dots on diversity in cybersecurity recruitment

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Mandy Andress is the chief information security officer at Elastic , an enterprise search company, and has more than 25 years of experience in information risk management and security. In its Cybersecurity Workforce Study 2021 , industry body (ISC) 2 found that 2.7 Mandy Andress. Contributor. Share on Twitter.

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Mastercard preps for the post-quantum cybersecurity threat

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Such a cryptographically relevant quantum computer (CRQC) could deliver a devastating impact to global cybersecurity protocols. To prepare for this worst-case scenario, Mastercard launched its Quantum Security and Communications project, which earned the company a 2023 US CIO 100 Award for IT innovation and leadership.

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Digital pragmatism at Volvo means more control and less agile

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As a result, many new car companies are created and competition increases, says Tobias Altehed, who leads Volvo Cars’ digital organization and sits on the company’s extended management team. We need to take greater responsibility for the development of our digital products and not act as an internal supplier to our business.”

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8 ways IT can help supercharge your sales team

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Building sales requires a well-equipped sales team, and in today’s digital world, that means IT must become a strong support partner. Is your IT organization doing all it can to help sales team members build and retain customers? It requires a deep commitment to frequent, clear communication and coordination on mutual goals.

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The cyber security challenges in fintech and neobanking’s rise

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Unquestionably, there are many positives to this trend, but there will also be an increase in cybersecurity challenges to accompany it. But this often comes at the expense of cyber security, which tends to be left as an afterthought and included too late, says Galbiati.

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10 cloud strategy questions every IT leader must answer

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Companies may have had highly detailed migration or execution plans, but many failed to develop a point of view on the role of cloud in the enterprise. Although some continue to leap without looking into cloud deals, the value of developing a comprehensive cloud strategy has become evident. There are other risks, too.

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Thoma Bravo buys cybersecurity vendor Proofpoint for $12.3B in cash

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More M&A activity is underway in the red-hot field of cybersecurity. In the latest development, private equity giant Thoma Bravo is buying Proofpoint , the SaaS security vendor, for $12.3 Thoma Bravo has tapped into that trend, as a significant acquirer of security businesses over the years. billion in cash.

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