Kevin Beaver

Independent Information Security Consultant

Kevin Beaver is an information security consultant, writer and professional speaker with Atlanta-based Principle Logic, LLC. With over 28 years of experience in IT and 22 years specializing in security, Kevin performs independent security assessments and helps businesses uncheck the boxes that keep creating a false sense of security. He has authored/co-authored 12 books on information security, including the best-selling "Hacking For Dummies" and "The Practical Guide to HIPAA Privacy and Security Compliance." In addition, Kevin is the creator of the Security On Wheels information security audiobooks and blog providing security learning for IT professionals on the go. You can learn more and link to Kevin's articles, blog posts, videos and more at his website, www.principlelogic.com.

Written By Kevin Beaver

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RSA Wrap-Up: Top Stories From the 2017 RSA Conference

For our RSA wrap-up, we summarized some key points and takeaways about emerging trends such as the IoT, security analytics and the IT skills shortage.

February 21, 2017 | By Kevin Beaver

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RSA Tips for CISOs: From 10 Years Ago to Today

CISOs struggling with long-term security challenges can glean some helpful information based off RSA tips presented at this year's conference.

February 17, 2017 | By Kevin Beaver

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Looking at the Bigger Picture for Your Information Security Program

IT managers must understand how initiatives related to the information security program affect the business side of the organization.

February 2, 2017 | By Kevin Beaver

Many construction organizations lack the funds to hire a full-time chief information security officer (CISO), but it's critical to hire at least a part-time chief information officer (CIO) to oversee information security in the construction industry.

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The Role of the CISO and Information Security in the Construction Industry

Many companies fail to recognize the importance of information security in the construction industry. A CISO or CIO is critical to lead security efforts.

October 25, 2016 | By Kevin Beaver

CSPs typically invest heavily in software development, customer support and sales, but lack adequate security resources. The CISO of a CSP must navigate the complexities of the cloud to bring more comprehensive security to clients and partners.

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The Role of the CISO of a CSP

The CISO of a CSP is crucial to the security of any cloud environment. Many providers, however, rely on the limited expertise of a CTO for IT security.

October 18, 2016 | By Kevin Beaver

Many recent headlines detail controversies related to information security in professional sports: An MLB scout was sentenced to prison for breaching a rival team's player database and Russian cybercriminals leaked a French cyclist's medical data.

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The Role of the CISO and Information Security in Professional Sports

The implications of information security in professional sports go way beyond X's and O's. Still, many organizations lack a CISO to oversee data security.

October 11, 2016 | By Kevin Beaver

$A CIO can oversee information security at a basic level, but this comprises only a fraction of the role of the CISO for law firms. A full-time CISO can provide technical and administrative guidance on security and implement response strategies.$

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The Role of the CISO for Law Firms

This is the first installment in a four-part series about industry CISOs. Be sure to check back next week for the second chapter. Any effective information security program has a dedicated professional in charge. This person is usually the chief...

October 4, 2016 | By Kevin Beaver