Security Dealer & Integrator

NOV 2013

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to say the same thing. Those behind the threats are evolving; the motivation behind attacks is more difficult to anticipate and predict. So, it is not enough to have a security strategy in place today; it's about deploying a long-term security solution that has the scalability and flexibility to adapt to this ever-evolving threat environment. As the world becomes increasingly connected, the opportunities for innovation are limitless. Cyber technology — especially virtualization and "Big Data" brought to life through cloud computing — has freed businesses to explore new opportunities that simply weren't possible a few years ago. Simultaneously, the risk and complexities associated with these opportunities are vast. With so much business-critical data at stake, the need to protect those assets is more important than ever. The motivations of web-based security threats vary significantly. Foreign governments, political protesters and known and emerging hacking groups are among the sources of daily government attacks executed on a global scale. With the evolving cast of adversaries, many companies are straddling two security concepts — IT security innovation and physical security at the same time. Building a security solution that protects both traditional infrastructure and cloudbased infrastructure can be difficult, but it is the ultimate answer, and security firms that embrace this paradigm will succeed. This involves, for example, enabling governments and companies to maintain a secure origin onsite without risking compromise of origin servers. As the security industry looks for the best way to embrace this new type of national security, it befits us to consider actions that will provide sustainable results. Regional workforce and entrepreneurial development is an ideal result because it is a long-term plan to remedy the situation, both economically and politically. Along with training and evaluation, the security industry needs to set rigorous standards for recruiting, especially when considering the role of securing infrastructures and the nation. This standard should far exceed the minimum standards set for normal security requirements. Additionally, we need to raise security workforce performance standards through experience-based training and continuous education, as well as streamline workforce recruitment, convergence and retention measures by working closely with the security professionals responsible for hiring these officers. Employ a higher pay-scale to attract higher caliber personnel, and promote a robust safety cul- Best Practices for Your Firm Phrantceena Halres is founder, chairman and CEO of Total Protection Services Global, a certified security services company focused exclusively on high threat/close proximity safety and security services for the protection of critical infrastructure assets in the corporate, government, nuclear, energy and personal protection sectors. Contact her at www.total-protections.com. The security industry should be training on a non-stop basis for the "unknown or attack." Every scenario should be evaluated and audited on a continuous cycle from internal and external stakeholders. Nothing should be taken for granted, and constant watch should ensure complacency doesn't become an issue. Building a security solution that protects both traditional infrastructure and cloud-based infrastructure can be diffcult, but it is the ultimate answer, and security frms that embrace this paradigm will succeed. ture through safety-conscious work environment initiatives, human performance improvements and heightened threat awareness training such as "Sixth Sense Protection" where facilitators teach trainees the ability to anticipate threats around them. High security standards for business operations comes from the industry and the regulators working together to implement solutions. Each of us has to take responsibility for what happens in our community and nation at large, and not just ask "what can I do better" — but take tactical action. As a dealer or integrator in the security industry, it is up to you to lead the charge. Use this opportunity raise awareness about safety and security measures at the individual level, and then practice and integrate these principles into the security we as security professionals provide. ❚ www.SecurityInfoWatch.com | SD&I; | November 2013 31

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