Tag: cyberpsychology
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Beyond the Checklist: Measuring Human Risk in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity has long focused on technological defenses, yet human behavior remains a critical factor in organizational resilience. While firewalls and encryption safeguard data, the decisions people make every day can create vulnerabilities,or prevent them. The challenge lies in measuring and addressing human risk effectively. This blog delves into why traditional approaches fall short, explores innovative…
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A Cyber Psychologist response to real statements from CISOs over 5 years…
When I began this journey as a Cyber Psychologist, helping people manage their human factors risk posture, I had to educate people as to why it’s not just about technology but how important it is to have a socio-technical approach. Of course, there were always one or two healthy debates, and I have heard some…
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Is there a demand for psychometrics in cybersecurity?
Yes, there is a growing demand for psychometrics in cybersecurity. Psychometrics refers to the field of study that focuses on psychological measurement, assessment, and testing. It involves measuring psychological traits, abilities, and characteristics to understand human behavior and decision-making processes. In the context of cybersecurity, psychometrics can be valuable in several ways: Employee Selection and Training:…
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What is socio-technical security and why should we care?
Socio-technical security is an approach to cybersecurity and information security that recognizes the interplay between social and technical elements in safeguarding systems, networks, and data. It acknowledges that security is not solely a technological issue but also involves human attitudes, motivation, behavior, organizational culture, and the interaction between people and technology. This perspective emphasizes that…