Survey on Information Security Metrics
Noel Comerford, one of the volunteers for the Irish CERT (IRISS) , is currently conducting some research work on the topic of Information Security Metrics as part of his MSc in Information Security. Noel is trying to establish how widely used and how effective Information Security Metrics are within Irish organisations and has set up a survey to help him achieve […]
Brian Honan to Speak at RSA Conference Europe 2009
I am delighted to say that I have been selected to speak at the upcoming RSA Conference Europe 2009 in October. RSA Conference Europe is regarded as one of the top European information security events of the year so it is particularly exciting for me to be able to address so many of my peers. I will be […]
Interesting Summer Reading
With the advent of the Irish summer we will no doubt be sheltering from the beating rain. So while we wait for the sun to occasionally break out there are two interesting reports released over the past few months that make interesting reading. The first is the annual report from the Office of the Data […]
Follow Me On Twitter
I have been using Twitter for the past few months, initially as an experiment but now much more actively. I was not sure what to expect when I started Twittering but I have to admit that I have found it to be useful to discuss information security issues with like minded people or to share […]
Dealing with The Threat of Swine Flu
The news channels have been abuzz all weekend with the news of the Swine Flu outbreak in Mexico. There are concerns that this could become more widespread globally and indeed even reach epidemic scales. Without wanting to sound alarmist I recommend that you review your own business continuity plan to ensure your organisation can continue […]
First Review of My Book
I recently became aware of the first review of my book, “Implementing ISO 27001 in a Windows Environment“. The review, by J Oquendo, is available on the IT Governance website. I must admit that I have been nervously waiting the reviews. After spending many long days, and indeed long nights, writing the book and going through […]
Longlisted for the Irish Blog Awards
Security Watch has been longlisted for the Irish Blog Awards in the Best Blog of a Business Category. The other Blogs who have made it this far are listed below. I regularly read most of the Blogs below and look forward to visiting a few new ones. You should have a look at the other […]
Security Watch Nominated for Best Blog of A Business
For the third year in a row I am delighted to see that this Blog has been nominated for the “Best Blog of a Business” in this year’s Irish Blog Awards. The brainchild of Damien Mulley, the Irish Blog Awards have grown from strength to strength and have in no small way contributed immensely to […]
Christmas Wishes to All
Recession has hit and times are hard, So this year there will be no Christmas card. Instead of gifts to spread Christmas glee, We Sponsored a star on Focus Ireland’s Christmas tree. May your Christmas be filled with happiness and joy, May Santa visit every good girl and boy. It looks like 2009 will be […]
Vote Now!
One of the most respected Irish information security professionals Richard Nealon is running for re-election to the Board of Directors of ISC2. Voting is currently underway and ends on November the 30th. If you are a registered CISSP I would encourage you to vote for Richard.