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Where do "people" fit in with process and technology? with Dr. Nikki Robinson

Human-Centered Security

English - July 14, 2021 11:51 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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Previous Episode: Adapting the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System to Cybersecurity with Robin Bylenga
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In this episode, we talk about:


Why human factors is important when it comes to cybersecurity and why it’s still a relatively unexplored topic.The importance of communication and empathy in cybersecurity.Dr. Robinson’s research around low and medium vulnerabilities—and how their potential use in combination warrants additional attention.Dr. Robinson’s most recent research around “vulnerability chaining blindness” and why the words we use and a shared understanding are crucial for making progress in cybersecurity.

Dr. Nikki Robinson is a Security Architect and holds a Doctorate of Science in CyberSecurity, as well as several industry certifications (CISSP, CEH, MCITP, etc). She is currently working on a PhD in Human Factors and research in blending psychology and cybersecurity. With a background in IT Operations and Engineering, she moved into security several years ago.


Connect with Dr. Nikki Robinson on LinkedInListen to Dr. Nikki Robinson’s podcast: The Resilient Cyber Podcast