Rethinking what it means to win in security
Security leaders need to celebrate success with a better definition of winning
Michael Santarcangelo | 10 Jul | Read more
Stories by Michael Santarcangelo
Why the board needs security leaders to fuel disciplined growth
Peter Cohan shares insights from his career and latest book to explain the importance of security in the boardroom and what boards and security leaders need to advance their relationship
Michael Santarcangelo | 11 Apr | Read more
Two perspectives on social media for security leaders
Brian Reed and Ian Amit from ZeroFox blend two unique perspectives and experience on social media into an action plan for security leaders
Michael Santarcangelo | 26 Apr | Read more
How the Cloud improves security for everyone
Reflecting on the insights and discussions of the Leading Security Change series reveals a clear benefit of moving to the cloud that improves security for everyone
Michael Santarcangelo | 21 Aug | Read more
In Pictures: 7 ideas for security leaders
Seven inspiring ideas for small changes that lead to big improvements in both security posture and leadership in the next few weeks.
Michael Santarcangelo | 02 Feb | Read more
3 ways to reduce BYOD legal liability with the right conversation
As "bring your own device" (BYOD) reshapes the way organizations handle technology, how do we handle the uncertainty of legal liability and security concerns?
Michael Santarcangelo | 17 Apr | Read more
How you need to respond to Heartbleed, and how you can explain it to others
Is the Internet broken? According to some, it may be. A newly discovered bug dubbed Heartbleed is capturing attention. As each hour passes, more information is revealed. With the desire to provide useful insights, the tech world - and even the mainstream media - is awash with stories.
Michael Santarcangelo | 12 Apr | Read more
The real security lesson Windows XP taught us is to challenge our assumptions
Launched in October 2001, today (really) marks the end of support for the Windows XP operating system. As the 12+ year run of Windows XP comes to an end, it holds some curious lessons.
Michael Santarcangelo | 09 Apr | Read more
Why you need a security buddy (and how to find one)
At a school event, I noticed my son sitting and talking with a younger boy. When I asked who he was, my son explained, "he's my kinder buddy!"
Michael Santarcangelo | 22 May | Read more
To Work Better, You Need a Change of Perspective
"Is that Charlie?" booms a voice. "It's been years. Man, great to see you!"
Michael Santarcangelo | 13 Nov | Read more
Finding security's opportunity to engage
As his clenched fist landed on the mahogany table in an angry blow, the papers in front of him sought shelter on the floor as each of the seven people gathered for the meeting took a collective roll back in their chairs.
Michael Santarcangelo | 05 Nov | Read more
Let someone break the rules to improve security
"Daddy, can I stay up late tonight?"
Michael Santarcangelo | 17 Sep | Read more
Is your definition of security holding you back?
Hunched forward in an effort to find comfort in old, wooden chairs gathered around a whiteboard in an oversized conference room, the ten people sitting before me each clutched a single sheet of white paper in one hand, a pen in the other.
Michael Santarcangelo | 14 Feb | Read more
Master two words to advance your security career
"Don't screw up. When you do good, no one pays attention, but if you screw up, the weight of the world will be dropped on your shoulders."
Michael Santarcangelo | 21 Sep | Read more
Improve your security leadership with one lesson from improv
"Your job is to make your partner look like a rock star."
Michael Santarcangelo | 11 Aug | Read more