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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) disclosed that a hack of HealthCare.gov has exposed the data of 75,000 consumers. CMS, a division of the US Department of Health and Human Services announced last week (Tuesday, October 16) that they had detected “anomalous system activity” earlier in the month.
Security officers and receptionists are on the front lines of most client, visitor, vendor, or customer-contact interactions. Most people are cooperative when it comes to showing their identification (ID), signing visitor logs, or waiting for escorts. A small percentage of people can be impatient, manipulative, obnoxious, and even threatening. It can help to provide so-called […]
If you’re a security professional with your own consulting or security equipment firm, you may be called on by the news media to give them a quote. It could be for a story from one of your hometown TV stations, the local radio station, or newspaper, or even a national cable news outlet. You could […]
Anthem Inc. has agreed to pay $16 million to settle HIPAA allegations related to the historic data breach the insurer suffered in 2015. The record amount of the resolution agreement, announced October 15 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), is nearly triple the previous high of $5.5 million.
Preventing teachers (both male and female) from having sexual relationships with middle school or high school students is difficult because the actions aren’t often revealed until after these damaging behaviors have already taken place. What part should school security officers play in the overall intervention response in these situations?
Selecting officers for security roles demands careful interview questions based on scenarios those officers are likely to encounter at their posts. It’s not enough just to look for enthusiasm about the job and a willingness to work in different environments. Security officer candidates must be exposed to realistic and likely situations that test their decision-making […]
In addition to the safety of occupants with business continuity an ever increasing issue, protection from fire is an integral aspect in reducing downtime at any facility. An understanding of why you need both fire prevention and fire protection can reduce hazards and maintain safety.
Maintenance on security equipment can get ignored until those devices fail—and often under the worst circumstances. It’s critical to schedule maintenance and stay vigilant for any needed inspections, adjustments, or repairs, even on newly installed equipment.
As the number of small businesses targeted for cyberattacks continues to rise, it’s never been more important for organizations of all sizes to protect their sensitive data. A strong bring your own device (BYOD) policy should play a vital role in every company’s wider security strategy. Without it, your employees may be putting your company’s […]
For 2018’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants to remind businesses and consumers alike that good cyberhygiene can range from smart online shopping to protecting confidential information from being hacked.