Enterprise Security Risk Management: Defining Security’s Role

Brian Allen advises business executives on security organizational strategy through the implementation of ESRM principles. He is the author of two books on ESRM and speaks globally on the topic.

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BRIAN ALLEN

Thought Leader, Speaker, And Author

Brian Allen, security leader and author of ESRM books, is a sought-after expert in security risk management, offering global speaking engagements and practical implementation guidance.

Enterprise Security Risk Management
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ESRM

ESRM drives a risk-based approach to managing security risks and is applicable to every security process in a holistic manner. Successful adaptation of ESRM processes defines a progressive security program, drives strategic initiatives, builds business understanding, develops a budgeting strategy, and initiates risk-based reporting.

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Speaking

Brian Allen, the author of two books on ESRM, offers speaking presentations globally, training security executives, integrators, and manufacturers on implementing ESRM’s risk-based security philosophy. His topics include security leadership, executive/board-level roles, ESRM implementation, and manufacturer/integration.

Speaking Engagements
Building a Cyber Risk Management Program
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Books

Discover ESRM through books by Brian Allen and Rachelle Loyear. The Enterprise Security Risk Management book offers practical experience and research while The Manager’s Guide to Enterprise Security Risk Management provides a step-by-step guide to implementing ESRM enterprise-wide.

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Publications & Posts​

Stay up-to-date on the latest security trends and strategies with insights. Explore topics such as ESRM implementation, risk-based security, and leadership in the security industry.

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