Karen Austin is the CEO of American Publishing, which has produced the United States Cybersecurity Magazine since 2013. The publication offers solutions-based content about the most pressing cybersecurity issues faced by the nation. American Publishing also produces the Armed Forces Directory for Aberdeen Proving Ground and Fort Meade.
With more than 30 years of business, sales and publishing experience, Karen began her career in physical security as a first responder focused on safety equipment. During 9/11, she was a Counterterrorism Security Equipment Specialist for a government contractor serving the U.S. and its territories. She worked tirelessly for Ground Zero supplying equipment for command posts, working day and night with senior leaders to set up communications hardware to remediate the attack. Following her tour of duty in New York, she was assigned to visit high risk areas in U.S. territories susceptible to terrorist attacks including Guam, Saipan, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa. She deployed equipment and trained first responders to use it. This work culminated in the very first “To-Go Kit” for terror attacks. Ms. Austin serves as an advisor on various boards focused on business and women’s issues.
Greetings, Welcome to the Summer 2022 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors, and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
Digital Identity (ID) Proofing—also known as digital identity authentication or digital ID verification using computer technology—is an increasingly important aspect of online security. Even if you’re doing business only online, you still need to be sure that your customers are who they say they are and that the information you collect about them is accurate. … Read more
All technology has its own advantages and disadvantages, and virtual reality technologies are no different. Metaverse, the latest in virtual reality, may seem like it’s only good, but there are several security concerns that should be addressed before it is released to the public. With the help of all types of hackers from around the … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to the Spring 2022 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
In the past, women’s role in the tech industry has been underrepresented, however, women have long been active in information security. Their contributions are often overlooked and under-appreciated. Perhaps because women’s stories aren’t told as often as men. Many cybersecurity professionals are unaware that women have been shaping and protecting our data for decades. Despite … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to the Winter 2022 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the Fall 2021 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to the Summer 2021 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to the Spring 2021 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
Greetings, Welcome to the Winter 2021 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we’d like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the best … Read more
