Security News > 2023 > June > Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership

In this Help Net Security interview, Ken Briggs, General Counsel at Salucro, discusses how fostering a culture of security awareness has become paramount for healthcare organizations.

Considering the recent trends in cybersecurity, such as the rise of cloud computing and remote work, what considerations should healthcare organizations keep in mind to maintain a strong security posture? How can they balance convenience and accessibility with the need for robust security measures?

Sophisticated security organizations work hard to build flexible security programs, but it's important to revisit the program on a fluid cadence to ensure that external or internal changes-small or big-are encompassed withing the security controls.

How can healthcare organizations foster a culture of security awareness among their employees?

It all starts with leadership that buys into the security program and understands that investment in a security culture is an investment in risk minimization.

First, legal frameworks that permit a discretionary application of security controls will reference security standards published from non-governmental security organizations as "Industry standard." These organizations have the resources and expertise to help set the standards of the industry.

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https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/06/12/security-awareness-healthcare/