Centralized Access Control Unveiled: A CISSP Guide to Unified Security Systems

In the labyrinthine corridors of modern cybersecurity, the concept of trust stands as a monumental pillar, an intangible yet indispensable element that governs the sanctity of digital realms. Access control, at its core, is the architectural embodiment of this trust, orchestrating who may pass through the gates and who must be denied entry. Among the… Read More »

Kickstart Your Cybersecurity Journey with These Certifications

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing and most critical fields. As organizations increasingly rely on technology, the demand for skilled professionals who can protect sensitive data and systems is skyrocketing. If you’re looking to break into this dynamic industry, earning an entry-level cybersecurity certification can be your best first step.… Read More »

Cell Phone Numbers as PII: Implications for Privacy and Security in the Digital Age

In the ever-shifting landscape of the digital epoch, the very notion of personal identity undergoes profound transformation. Where once identity was tethered primarily to tangible documents—birth certificates, physical addresses, government-issued cards—it now increasingly entwines with intangible, yet profoundly significant, digital markers. Among these markers, cellular phone numbers have ascended from mere communication tools to critical… Read More »

What Are Computer Addresses? Exploring the Security and Future of Network Identity

In the sprawling architecture of modern communication, understanding how devices identify and locate one another is akin to mastering the secret language of the digital realm. Every computer, server, and smart device navigates this vast interconnected labyrinth using unique identifiers, known as computer addresses. But these addresses are far more than mere numbers; they are… Read More »

Inside Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Gina Cardelli

For Gina Cardelli, the world of cybersecurity was never just a career—it was a calling. Her journey into the digital trenches started not in a high-tech lab or a corporate boardroom, but in a modest high school computer lab where curiosity and persistence laid the groundwork for what would become a distinguished career. “I was… Read More »

The Foundations of Information Security Models – Architecting Trust in the Digital Era

In the labyrinthine corridors of digital infrastructure, where data cascades incessantly and vulnerabilities lurk in the shadows, information security models stand as the sentinels of trust. They are not merely abstract concepts but the rigorous frameworks that codify the essential doctrines of safeguarding confidentiality, integrity, and availability — the triad pillars upon which secure systems… Read More »

Pros and Cons of Obtaining (ISC)2 CISSP Certification

The decision to pursue the CISSP credential is dependent on a number of factors. First, you have to understand that there are different options when it comes to the security certificates, so choosing the best option for you will depend on a couple of factors. Before we dive into the details, it is essential to… Read More »

New Exam Is Here! Earn Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) R80 Certification!

Have you ever worked as a security administrator? Is managing security exactly the area of specialization where you’d like to grow and develop your skills? How about a new certification exam launched by Check Point? Today, managing security is a complex task demanding special knowledge and abilities. Security consolidation means bringing all security protections and… Read More »

GIAC GSEC: Another Great Security Certification

This week, we continue looking into notable security certifications, especially those that are sometimes overlooked and do not get the attention they deserve. As we explored the ISACA CISM credential last week, there is another certification, the GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC). The GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) is an entry-level credential which has been specially designed… Read More »

ISACA CISM: One of World’s Best Security Credentials

When it comes to security certifications, most of us think about CompTIA Security+, CEH, CCNP SEcurity, and CISSP, right? Yet, there are more awesome security credentials that can help you stand out from other candidates during your next job search. ISACA’s CISM (The Certified Information Security Manager) is one of them But First, What is… Read More »

(ISC)² CISSP Exam Gets Major Updates

Have you heard that (ISC)² is changing its most famous certification, the CISSP? Effective April 15, 2015, the CISSP exam will be based on a new exam blueprint. While the full blueprint is available for download from the (ISC)² website, here’s a quick list of topics it will cover: Security and Risk Management (e.g., Security,… Read More »

Coming Soon: GNFA, World’s First Network Forensics Certification

The incredible development of technology, which we have been witnessing for the past decade has brought a number of new professions and exciting career opportunities. From Certified Ethical Hackers (CEH)  to Digital Forensics, to many of these sound too cool to be true. Yet, they are true. And now digital forensics, more commonly known as… Read More »

NEW CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-401 is Available!

Happy Labor Day! Whether you celebrated it yesterday, or still have months to go until that first weekend of September, we sure hope that you’ve enjoyed the week – and Happy Friday peeps! In case you have missed the big news released yesterday, we are happy to tell you that the new CompTIA Security+ exam… Read More »

Security Focused: CompTIA CASP Vs. (ISC)² CISSP

As Information Security industry is more on the rise now than ever before, it’s time we take a closer look at the most popular advanced security certifications. Today we focus on CASP (The CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner) Certification and the way it fits into the whole security certifications map. Simply speaking, should you opt for… Read More »

NEW Cisco 300-207 Exam: Implementing Cisco Threat Control Solutions (SITCS)

As part of its CCNP Security certification program update, Cisco is phasing out the 642-627 IPS (Implementing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System) exam on 21 April 2014. This date will be the last day CCNP Security candidates can take the IPS exam. The 642-627 exam is being replaced by the 300-207 (Implementing Cisco Threat Control Solutions,… Read More »