Say Hi to the New Guy: How Diverse Backgrounds Can Mature Your Security Program
OVERVIEW
In a sea of candidates, why should you consider hiring a teacher as a SOC analyst? In what world would you hire a salesperson as a pen tester? As the need for more holistic security professionals grows, the Infosec field has a unique opportunity to address security concerns by leveraging the unprecedented number of converts from seemingly unrelated field.
The bad guys will always continue to develop and evolve their techniques, so strategic organizations are finding success pulling from more diverse backgrounds. Fresh thinking and function-specific experience can help these diverse defenders protect data and the basic human right to security and privacy.
Let’s talk about the influx of new blood, strategic positioning, and how qualified professionals from other industries can leverage their experiences to benefit your security team.
Session attendees will leave with:
- Advice on qualities to look for when searching for non-traditional team members – what can we give HR to help them help us find the right people?
- Tips for supporting employees with non-traditional backgrounds in demonstrating their strengths
- Real world examples of diverse backgrounds uniquely benefiting security programs
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