We are living in unprecedented times. This environment of constant change and transformation offers both opportunities and challenges. The opportunities and societal advances offered by healthcare technology are abundant. However, these advancements come with privacy and security concerns. We do not advocate fearing such change simply because of the privacy and security concerns. In fact, we look forward to all of the benefits and embrace the change, as long as society can find a way to balance the risks against the rewards. As we transition some of our most valued personal health information to various healthcare technology systems, there is and always will be a critical need for Information Security and Privacy professionals in the healthcare field.
There is a significant shortage of qualified professionals who truly understand all the aspects of Information Security and Privacy, including what it takes to develop, implement, and maintain an effective program while supporting the business needs of the organization and delivering leading-edge healthcare. We have seen a plethora of new threat actors enter the arena in an attempt to exploit vulnerable systems with various motives. These actors include foreign governments, “hacktivists,” organized crime, cyber criminals, and even competitors in an attempt to gain a strategic advantage. The sophistication and scale of attacks surpass anything we’ve seen over the past decade and protecting healthcare organizations becomes more difficult as new technologies are adopted. This contributes to an insatiable demand for qualified Information Security and Privacy professionals.
Why focus on the Healthcare industry? Healthcare is growing at an unprecedented pace and is increasingly vulnerable as the industry shifts to electronic healthcare records.
The following is a list of key issues we believe will drive information security and privacy activities within the Healthcare industry and contribute to the demand for qualified professionals.
There are a vast number of opportunities for qualified healthcare Information Security and Privacy professionals. The HealthCare Certified Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP) credential will certify your knowledge and stature as a qualified professional. There will be vast opportunities for those who prepare for the future, and this book is your first step toward a rewarding healthcare information security and privacy professional.
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