Intelligence & Analytics May 26, 2023

Despite Tech Layoffs, Cybersecurity Positions are Hiring

4 min read - It’s easy to read today’s headlines and think that now isn’t the best time to look for a job in the tech industry. However, that’s not necessarily true. When you read deeper into the stories and numbers, cybersecurity positions are…

Security Services May 11, 2023

How I Got Started: Offensive Security

3 min read - In the high-stakes world of cybersecurity, offensive security experts play a pivotal role in identifying and mitigating potential threats. These professionals, sometimes referred to as “ethical hackers”, use their skills to probe networks and systems in search of vulnerabilities, ultimately…

CISO May 4, 2023

What “Beginner” Skills do Security Leaders Need to Refresh?

4 min read - The chief information security officer (CISO) was once a highly technical role primarily focused on security. But now, the role is evolving. Modern security leaders must work across divisions to secure technology and help meet business objectives. To stay relevant, the…

Security Services April 27, 2023

How I Got Started: SOC Analyst

3 min read - The role of a Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst is crucial in maintaining an organization’s security posture. A SOC analyst wears many hats but typically acts as a watchdog looking out for attacks in progress while also finding ways to…

CISO April 21, 2023

How the Talent Shortage Impacts Cybersecurity Leadership

4 min read - The lack of a skilled cybersecurity workforce stalls the effectiveness of any organization’s security program. Yes, automated tools and technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) offer a layer of support, and bringing in a managed security service…

Risk Management March 16, 2023

What Does a Network Security Engineer Do?

4 min read - Cybersecurity is complex. The digital transformation, remote work and the ever-evolving threat landscape require different tools and different skill sets. Systems must be in place to protect endpoints, identities and a borderless network perimeter. The job role responsible for handling…

Incident Response March 9, 2023

What is a Red Teamer? All You Need to Know

4 min read - A red teamer is a cybersecurity professional that works to help companies improve IT security frameworks by attacking and undermining those same frameworks, often without notice. The term “red teaming” is often used interchangeably with penetration testing. While the terms…

Risk Management March 2, 2023

What is a Blue Teamer, and How Can They Protect Your Data?

3 min read - Modern-day cybersecurity isn’t just about preventing and responding to threats; it’s about setting up defenses that can detect and respond to suspicious activity before it can do any damage. But to adequately protect an organization’s systems, a team of cybersecurity…

Incident Response February 23, 2023

What is an Incident Response Professional?

4 min read - As part of our ongoing series highlighting various roles in the cybersecurity industry, this article shines the light on the incident response professional. While there are many misconceptions surrounding the role, let’s examine a few frequently asked questions. How In-Demand…

Security Services February 16, 2023

What are the Duties of a Malware Analyst?

3 min read - Malware breaches begin in many ways. Recently, multiple fake antivirus apps in the Google Play Store were infected with malware. Earlier this year, malware deployed through satellites shut down modems in Ukraine. Destructive malware attacks have an average lifecycle of…