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Early threat detection practices mostly involved identifying “something bad on a device by detecting that it matched a known signature,” explained Kayne McGladrey, a senior member of IEEE, a nonprofit professional association, and field CISO at Hyperproof. This signature-based detection was, and still is, a key part of threat detection, but other rules-based detection practices — where computer activities are analyzed to determine if they follow set rules — have become foundational components of threat detection over the years, too.

“[AI] allows a threat actor to scale a lot faster and across multiple channels,” Kayne McGladrey, chief information security officer at compliance management company Hyperproof, told Built In. “And the defensive tools haven’t quite caught up. Unfortunately, none of this stuff is going away. This has now become a fixture of the landscape. It’s part of our new, modern cybersecurity hellscape that we inhabit continuously.”

“After all, AI serves as both a force accelerator, as it will allow those threat actors to operate at large scale without having to increase the size of their workforce. At the same time, the ability of AI to generate convincing-enough speech in another language will serve to open new markets to threat actors who might have previously employed linguists,” says Kayne McGladrey, IEEE Senior Member.

Companies with mature GRC programs have an advantage over their competitors. However, something has been missing in the GRC world: the ability to truly understand an organization’s GRC maturity and the steps it would take to build the business case for change. That’s where the GRC Maturity Model comes in.

Hyperproof’s GRC Maturity model is a practical roadmap for organizations to improve their GRC maturity business processes to enter new markets and successfully navigate our rapidly changing regulatory and legal space. By providing a vendor-agnostic roadmap for how companies can improve key business operations, we can help even the playing field for everyone in GRC.

This extensive, peer-reviewed model written by Kayne McGladrey includes:

• An overview and definition of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

• A summary of the four maturity levels defined in the model: Traditional, Initial, Advanced, and Optimal

• An overview of the most common business practices associated with governance, risk, and compliance

• A simplified maturity chart listing the attributes associated with each maturity level

• A list of observable behaviors or characteristics associated with the maturity level to help you assess where your organization falls

• A set of high-level recommendations for how to move from a lower level to a higher level

Kayne McGladrey, the Field CISO at Hyperproof, is a renowned cybersecurity expert with an extensive background in enhancing security landscapes across various industries. His career is marked by significant contributions in developing robust security frameworks, managing complex risk scenarios, and driving comprehensive compliance initiatives. With a deep commitment to transforming the cybersecurity field, Kayne’s insights and strategies continue to influence how organizations approach security and regulatory compliance, making him a sought-after voice in the industry.

All controls and tools should be linked to a reduction in the probability or likelihood of a risk that’s above the organization’s tolerance level, says Kayne McGladrey, CISO at risk management provider Hyperproof and a senior member of IEEE. If there’s no longer a need for a product, it should go.

During this Hyperproof live stream series, leaders in information security shed light on crucial topics that shape the modern cybersecurity landscape. This month’s episode features Carmen Marsh, President and CEO at United Cybersecurity Alliance, Confidence Staveley, Founder & Executive Director at CyberSafe Foundation, and our host, Kayne McGladrey, Field CISO at Hyperproof. Guided by Kayne and audience questions, Carmen and Confidence will share insights into their current work and past experiences in the field.

In the realm of cybersecurity, early-career professionals often prioritize the development and demonstration of technical prowess. However, as someone with nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity leadership roles, I firmly assert that interpersonal skills wield a profound influence over one’s career trajectory. Unlike certifications and degrees, which may lose relevance over time, interpersonal skills persist and can be cultivated through deliberate practice. This article sheds light on these often-overlooked attributes, providing a holistic perspective on what it takes to excel in cybersecurity beyond technical acumen.