Show Notes
In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we are discussing Converged security, specifically how to successfully develop, deliver, and manage an organisation-wide model for converged security.
To help us with our discussion, we are joined by Penny Clarke.
Penny is the Managing Director of Convergence Security Consulting and has 34 years of industry experience across a range of sectors, including the Defence Industry, Government, and the Private sector.
Penny’s roles have included a wide variety of positions, including Chief Security Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Protective Security Manager, Cyber Security Manager, Business Continuity Manager, Emergency Management, and more.
Penny’s experience, training, and qualifications encompass a broad spectrum of skills, including Governance, Risk, and Assurance, Training, Security Incidents and Investigations, Information Security, Cyber Security, Physical Security, Personnel Security, and investigations, to name but a few.
In our discussion, we cover: · Cultural and Operational Differences? · Lack of Unified Strategy and Leadership · Technology Integration Challenges · Regulatory and Compliance Complexities · Evolving Threat Landscape and Risk Management
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