CISO Corner Episode 19 Topic: Personnel Background Investigations

Featuring: Mark Houpt, DataBank’s Chief Information Security Officer

Listen to Mark Houpt as he discusses personnel background investigations.

Here are a few things you’ll learn:

1. Data Security Incidents and Personnel: Mark will delve into whether a significant portion of data security incidents stem from malicious actions by personnel within organizations. This discussion aims to explore the role of employees and staff in causing breaches or threats to data security.
2. Effectiveness of Background Investigations: Mark will discuss the varying types of background investigations and their effectiveness. This includes examining the different methodologies and approaches used in background checks to determine which methods yield more reliable results in evaluating potential risks associated with personnel.
3. Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS): This topic likely involves an exploration of the CJIS and its relevance in the context of background investigations. CJIS is a comprehensive system used by law enforcement agencies for sharing criminal justice information, including fingerprint records, criminal histories, and other critical data. Understanding its role in personnel background investigations could provide valuable insights into the reliability and depth of the information obtained.

Run Time: 10 minutes

DataBank’s CISO Corner is for CISOs and security practitioners, where we discuss a variety of cybersecurity topics and current events from the CISO’s perspective. Our broadcast is designed for those who want to hear from security and compliance experts on the front lines.