Perhaps you’ve read the books, taken all the classes, received the degree and have taken the time to network. There is nowhere near a shortage of cyber and info security positions available, so this is where the job hunt begins. However, what traits are cybersecurity employers looking for from cybersecurity candidates? The truth is, tech […]
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What can we learn from the Equifax breach?
Last month, social media platforms were saturated with statements and reports referring to the Equifax breach that was discovered on July 29. Most people are aware that 143 million people were impacted by this event. As more and more statements surface, there’s a lot to glean from what took place at Equifax. Listed below are […]
How to determine if a website is secure
As information security and risk management professionals, you are likely aware of the warning signs on a website or page that let you know if it is secure or not. The general population, however, may not always be as aware of the signs. In January, we mentioned that of the top 1 million domains, 46% […]
Our role in the cybersecurity gender gap
As cybercrime continues to rise, so will the number of cybersecurity job openings in the years to come. This year alone, there are approximately 780,000 people employed in a cybersecurity position and just under 300,000 job openings in this field. The demand for cybersecurity professionals is growing. Unfortunately, there is a noticeable gender gap found […]
Secure360 Wisconsin: Cybersecurity training in your backyard!
Secure360 Wisconsin: Cybersecurity training in your backyard! It’s time to grab your favorite notebook and pen, get your bags ready and your guilty pleasure road-trip snacks prepared because Secure360 Wisconsin is right around the corner (October 11-12, to be exact)! This year’s event will be held at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin—truly is cybersecurity […]
How cybercriminals use geo-targeting
Cybercriminals have existed for a long time and they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Anyone who has ever been victim of cybercrime may be puzzled as to how it happened. How do cybercriminals decide who they are going to target? Is there actually a method to their attacks or is it random? The truth is, […]
Is your family ready for the unthinkable?
According to these statistics, many people feel as though they are prepared for disaster. However, there is still a high number of people who are on the flip side of those statistics – meaning they do not feel prepared. It can be easy to have the mindset of, “it won’t happen to me,” or “I’m […]
The truth about what cybersecurity leaders want
It’s no secret that the world of cybersecurity is in a state of constant development with every advancement and modification being made in technology and security. Leaders in cybersecurity face new challenges every year; it’s an industry in a constant state of flux. With all of the statistics and trend lists floating around, it makes […]
Top four industries hacked
Many of us log onto our computers everyday unaware of the risks we face in regard to cybersecurity. Studies have shown hackers attack every 39 seconds. I don’t know about you, but that statistic alone was enough to capture my attention and put me at the edge of my seat. Cybercrime is taking place every […]
Net neutrality and business: What you need to know
Whether realized or not, all users have an expectation of their online experience–this includes being able to access any website whenever, wherever. As consumers of technology, ahem, the interwebs, we all desire control of our time and the content we choose to research, download, watch or read online. Net neutrality supports this notion. “Net neutrality […]
