Views and perceptions of information system administrators regarding the challenges and solutions of information security within enterprise systems at the age of big data

In this exploratory study we investigate professional views over the challenges and solutions of information security at the age of big data. The research was conducted using a mixed methodology of Exploratory Sequential Research, consisting of both a qualitative phase and a quantitative phase. The quantitative phase was conducted by using semi-structured interviews and the quantitative phase will make use of closed-ended questionnaires. We found a diversified opinion over the influence of big data on information security. This influence may reflect on the paradox described in the literature between big data utilization and information security protection that may deepen as big data technologies be further implemented within the organizational information systems. The study may bear significant contribution for the academic research in understanding various information security issues associated with the emerging technologies of big data. In addition, the data that will be collected may be used for the establishment of tools aim to bridge the gap between big data utilization and information security protection.