For many young adults, college is the first time they have been independently away from the safety net of their parents and family. The time spent at college is often described as a time to learn, explore, connect with new people and pursue your passions. This free-spirited season of life is one that many look […]
Physical Security
Physical security solutions you should consider
It’s easy to adopt the mindset that nothing bad will ever happen to you, your company or your colleagues, but setting up physical security solutions is a necessary step for your office. And while it might not be the most exciting task you’ve ever completed and it might cost you a few extra hours outside […]
8 steps to building your first cybersecurity resume: a guide for recent grads
So, you’re trying to start down the path of cybersecurity employment. If you’ve used killer keywords and managed to make it through whatever Applicant Tracking System (ATS) your potential employers are using in their recruitment process and have successfully placed your resume under the eyes of those potential employers, they can see that you have […]
Your summer cybersecurity soundtrack: Podcasts
For many, their summer soundtrack consists of upbeat playlists that are played just a little too loud during long commutes and road trips. For others, an informational podcast will do the trick. If you have any interest in the security industry, get a pen and a piece of paper to write down your carefully curated […]
Success: Secure360 Twin Cities 2018
Is it already over? Our team had such a great time at Secure360 Twin Cities 2018 and we hope you did too. The event was a big success. We couldn’t have done it without our staff, volunteers, speakers, sponsors and attendees. The week was filled with great conversation, including your feedback! We heard everything you […]
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 […]
Secure360 events: Everything you need to know
Secure360 has grown significantly every year, and in 2016 we were excited to announce and host our first expansion events. If you have currently attending Secure360 in the past, or you’re just hearing about our events for the first time, here’s a quick run-down of our conferences to help you plan which event you should […]
Secure360 Twin Cities 2017 recap
All we can say is, “WOW!” Secure360 Twin Cities 2017 was a huge success, and we have staff, volunteers, speakers, sponsors and, of course, attendees to thank for that. Our staff and UMSA board members are listening to your feedback throughout the event—both negative and positive—and we’re taking note. We want to continue to make […]
7 classifications of security careers
The security industry is growing at a great pace. In December 2015, Forbes reported that worldwide spending on information security would reach $75 billion for 2015, and the global cybersecurity market was expected to be worth $170 billion by 2020. As the industry expands, so does the demand for security professionals and the number of jobs. NIST’s Cybersecurity Workforce […]
What mechanical locks can teach us about digital IoT security
If you have ever attended Secure360 Twin Cities, you likely have heard of and attended Deviant Ollam’s hands-on lock picking demo at the end of his presentation. His demo always features the latest in locks, pick tools and other penetration tester’s gadgets. Attendees are able to tinker with locks and tools and learn hands-on how […]
