[Carlos Martes]

There are many cybersecurity issues today, but three major ones are phishing, malware and insider threats. Phishing is when attackers trick users through fake emails or messages or steal passwords or sensitive information. This is important for security officers because employees are often the weakest link, and training is needed to reduce these risks. Malware is harmful software such as viruses, ransomware and or spyware. A single infected device can shut down business operations or leak data. Security officers must implement antivirus tools, patch systems, and monitor for unusual activity to prevent infections. Insider threats happen when employees, contractors or others with access cause harm, either accidently or on purpose. This makes access control, logging and monitoring essential. Security Officers must understand user behavior, ensure least privilege access, and create policies that protect the company. By focusing on these three issues, a security officer can reduce major risks and keep the organization more secure.