Microsoft security chief to step down

Well, I really can’t blame anyone for wanting to step down from that sort of job. Think about it, with all of the security issues Microsoft has had, leaving that job post would have to be one of the most exciting things that their current head of security would be looking forward to!

After four years at the helm of Microsoft’s (Profile, Products, Articles) security group, Mike Nash is taking a break. This June he will go on sabbatical after handing over responsibilities to his replacement, Ben Fathi.

Nash led Microsoft’s Security Technology Unit during a period in which the security of Microsoft’s products was increasingly scrutinized following a number of worldwide worm attacks, including Slammer and MyDoom.

The 15-year Microsoft veteran was responsible for directing Microsoft’s response to these threats as well as for setting its overall security strategy as the software vendor struggled against a public perception that its products were insecure. Source: InforWorld

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