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 From piracy to personal attacks the cyber crime is more rampant than ever. Most computer operating systems are updated frequently to patch their systems to avoid exploits and attacks but there are always new methods that are developed by the criminal hackers. There are also computer viruses that are spread through websites, emails and even instant messaging systems that are becoming more popular as both internet and computer distribution increases. All these cyber attacks are usually connected to financial profit for the attackers. For example, the frequent worm viruses are believed to net the acting criminals millions of dollars in profit, a temptation that many people fall into. Since the incentives are so tempting this fuels the development of criminal activities and it becomes important for a corporation to fight such development through dynamic security systems that can adapt to new forms of attacks.
A security consulting firm such as J.B. MacLean Consulting Inc. has become a necessary part of every corporation’s security measures. When you visit the J.B. MacLean website you can see that the website is constantly changing with additional contents and relevant news that everyone should be aware of. This type of change is exactly what is needed to ensure that your corporation is up to date on the latest security functions and also be knowledgeable of any potential vulnerability.
 Most companies offer restricted access to the internet to all employees. This prevents the employees from spending idle time on non work related websites while making sure that they cannot access any dangerous websites that may infect your network system. The email system is also often restricted in the same fashion so that the company’s data can be secure. There are security functions that allow you to prevent internal file attachments from being viewed from the outside the network to prevent any leakage of important files. But even with such air-tight security systems there are always new type of exploits that are developed to penetrate such defensive measures. From packet sniffers that try to decrypt wireless data to simple key loggers, there are just so many types of attacks that you have to be aware of when it comes to cyber criminal activities.
The biggest danger comes from your data falling into the wrong hands. Internal and proprietary information being available to the rivals may lead to downfall of a company. There are plenty of hackers out there that try to get their hands on any type of data that they can since they can potentially be important, therefore valuable to someone out there. Although this is clearly illegal there are enough corrupt individuals and companies out there so that you have to vigilant in the protection of the intellectual property as much as a physical property.
Hiring a professional security consulting firm provides the necessary know-how in the field to protect your company. Being one step ahead of the criminals allows you to be well protected while providing the invaluable peace of mind as well. J.B. MacLean Consulting Inc., lead by Brent MacLean who is an acclaimed industry specialist, offers virtually all the necessary solutions that a company needs in relations to high-tech security. For more detailed information on the different services that they offer please visit the J.B. MacLean Consulting Inc. website today.
The cyber mission is four-fold: first and foremost, to stop those behind the most serious computer intrusions and the spread of malicious code; second, to identify and thwart online sexual predators who use the Internet to meet and exploit children and to produce, possess, or share child pornography; third, to counteract operations that target U.S. intellectual property, endangering our national security and competitiveness; and fourth, to dismantle national and transnational organized criminal enterprises engaging in Internet fraud. Pursuant to the National Strategy to Secure Cyberspace signed by the President, the Department of Justice and the FBI lead the national effort to investigate and prosecute cybercrime.
INFORMATION AND BIOGRAPHIES OF OUR SPEAKERS:
Brent MacLean B.Sc.,M.Sc.,CCSE,CCNA,CWNA,CEH,CHFI,PMP,CISSP
Brent MacLean B.Sc., M.Sc. (Founder and CEO of J.B. MacLean Consulting Inc. and Canadian Intelligence Solutions Inc.) is currently finishing his Ph.D in Computer Engineering and Technology. As a distinguished member of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electonics Engineers, Inc.), he is currently one of Canada's leading network, internet systems and security specialists. He has 18+ years experience in network\security\infrastructure design and troubleshooting. He possesses extensive customer service experience and training. He has successfully completed several intense computer security courses which have kept him current on his computer knowledge in the areas of security and forensics. He has worked extensively (15 years) within the Federal government (Revenue Canada) and the R.C.M.P. specializing in all areas of computer and network design, training and security. He continues to work in close relations with reputable government organizations, law enforcement agencies, media, and growing corporations. Furthermore, he continues to upgrade his educational certifications when they become available. He is one of the few security specialists that holds a Forensic Investigators licence. He is completing his licencing in Private Investigations (PI) which he hopes to incorportate into his forensic corporate structure within the next few months. He has written several articles pertaining to security, which have been published in major media publications and has been on radio (AM640) several times. He continues to maintain a high security clearance with the R.C.M.P./ C.S.I.S. and other government institutions. He leverages over 10 years of experience in both the Public and Private sectors of secure network design and assessment. His knowledge of North American and International security practices, policies and systems stems from his experience in the Canadian, Offshore, and European enterprise markets. Currently, with the exponential growth of Identity Theft, both off-line and on-line, he has been asked to do a variety of speaking engagements with the prospects of educating both the small business sectors as well as large corporate enterprises. He is a primary writer and spokes-person for the Society of Internet Professionals. He is also a long term member of Toastmaster's. His current assignment is now focused working extensively with the RCMP, other law enforcement officials and other captains of industry in an effort to make awareness and education of this area more attainable to both the public and private sectors. Mr. MacLean is currently affiliated with an elite task force that works closely with the RCMP and other security and forensic associates both locally and internationally. For further information on Mr. MacLean's background, please visit http://www.brentmaclean.com/.
Mark Weaver (Senior Financial Advisor) M.B.A. M.A., FMA
Mark specializes in financial licensing instruction. He is a corporate training instructor contracted with the Canadian Securities Institute; clients include Scotiabank, TD, BMO Nesbitt Burns, Caldwell Securities, Burgundy Asset Management, Mavrix Mutual Funds, Dynamic Mutual Funds. He was involved in the Canadian Securities Institute's Global Education Program as an instructor for Guangfa Securities (China).
Mark has also taught corporate finance, international business, and wealth management at the college level since 1999. He co-edited the textbook "Financial Planning Awareness" with Henry Katz, CFP, RFP, and maintains a private, investment planning practice specializing in business structuring, leverage investing, and international travel safety.
For three years, he served as Controller for a national Canadian charity responsible for all aspects of financial management including treasury and operational responsibilities for a multi-million dollar budget and investment portfolio, strategic financial planning, funding development, and asset protection. Prior to this, he served as an Administrator for a private residential school. Together with a finance committee, he supervised all aspects of budgeting, cash flow, and investment control in addition to audit, endowment, and program development responsibilities.
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