Cybersecurity advice varies little from one incident to the next. Experts regularly expound upon the need to patch, the importance of cyber hygiene and the glories of regular back-ups.

All the while, the dire warning that cyberattacks are not a matter of if, but when, celebrates the need for constant vigilance. Security executives and leaders are left to establish practices that give their organizations a fighting chance.

In the rapidly evolving security world, Cybersecurity Dive aims to create a place for executives to share their insights and experiences with peers. In this recurring column, Behind the Firewall, executives respond to central questions, illustrating the merits of one tactic or highlighting a win.

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