Security in a Mobile World

Defining the Problem 
As the workplace continues to transform and workers continue to seek out non-traditional work spaces, employees will increasingly work more from mobile devices. Laptops, tablets, hybrid convertibles (laptop/tablet) and smartphones have liberated us from the cubicle, while corporations have benefitted from this mobile device revolution through increased productivity. Mobility, albeit liberating, brings with it a unique set of challenges to the cyber security professional. Locations, such as a favorite coffee café, may seem an inviting workspace, with it’s free Wi-Fi and orange scones. However, public and unprotected Wi-Fi can place . . .