Invest in Your Career: Pat Myers, Chair of (ISC)2

Despite the recession and record job losses, information security remains a top concern for public and private sector organizations. But what can security professionals do to protect their careers and be considered for these jobs? In an exclusive interview, Pat Myers, chair of (ISC)2, discusses: Top security and risk management issues facing organizations; How security professionals can protect and invest in their careers; Advice for people looking to either start or move into an information security career. An (ISC)² Board member since 1999, Myers has more than 23 years experience in all facets of information security, working extensively in financial services for such companies as Charles Schwab, Inc., Wells Fargo Bank, American Express, and Williams-Sonoma, Inc. She was previously a Director with RedSiren and was "CyberDean" of their Information Security University.