Security Demystified: 25 Most Asked Security Questions

December 9, 2026

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Security officers and bank employees responsible for protecting people, assets, and information are constantly faced with complex situations and evolving expectations. Yet many of the same practical questions arise time and time again. How should certain incidents be handled? What are the best practices for preventing problems before they occur?

This session tackles the 25 most frequently asked security questions from financial institutions and provides straightforward answers you can use immediately.

Whether you’re new to the security function or have been responsible for security oversight for years, this webinar is designed to provide practical insights and helpful guidance.

Participants who are newer to the role will gain a clearer understanding of the responsibilities and expectations associated with managing security programs within a financial institution. For experienced professionals, this program serves as an excellent opportunity to refresh key concepts, review evolving security expectations, and validate current practices.

 

Throughout the session, we will break down common challenges and concerns that security officers regularly encounter, offering real-world explanations and practical recommendations. The discussion will go beyond theory, focusing on the kinds of questions that arise during day-to-day operations, examinations, and internal reviews.

Topics addressed during the webinar will include issues related to  physical security expectations, incident response, risk awareness, and practical compliance considerations.

By the end of the program, attendees will walk away with:

  • Clear answers to the most common security questions faced by financial institutions
  • A stronger understanding of current expectations for security programs
  • Practical insights that can be immediately applied within their organization
  • Increased confidence in managing security responsibilities and responding to challenges

This engaging and practical session goes beyond basic training to help ensure you are prepared, informed, and confident in your security role.

 

Who Should Attend

This webinar is beneficial for professionals responsible for security oversight, operational risk, and facility protection within financial institutions, including:

  • Security Officers
  • Bank Security Coordinators
  • Operations Managers
  • Branch Managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Internal Auditors
  • Facilities Managers
  • Senior Management with oversight of security programs

Presenters:

Barry Thompson

Barry Thompson is an international speaker, trainer, consultant, and writer. He is a security and compliance “guru” for a leading national training organization and regularly presents security conferences for trade groups – he has trained over 60,000 financial professionals.
Barry is recognized worldwide, presenting in Brussels, Belgium to European bankers on internal fraud; at the United Nations on identity theft; and to Japanese bankers on bank security. Barry has worked in the financial services industry for over four decades, and has held the positions of security officer, compliance officer, treasurer, senior vice president, and executive vice president. He has handled over 900 security cases and has been involved with investigations and prosecutions at the federal, state, and local levels. Barry is the author of 101 Security Tips for the Beginning Security Officer and Inside the Vault and has been interviewed by Newsweek, Computer World, USA Today, and other national publications.
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Price: $325.00
Start Time: 2:00 pm EST
End Time: 3:30 pm EST
Date:

December 9, 2026

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