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March 04, 2021 04 Mar'21
Racial, gender diversity in tech improving at a glacial pace

The tech industry has made some progress in improving gender diversity in recent years, but some populations have been excluded from this progress.
August 17, 2020 17 Aug'20
Guide to the latest Black Hat 2020 Conference news

This guide to Black Hat 2020 gathers breaking news, new ideas and technical expert insights from one of the leading cybersecurity conferences in the world.
May 15, 2020 15 May'20
Risk & Repeat: Black Hat, DEF CON canceled

This week's Risk & Repeat podcast looks at the recent cancellations of Black Hat USA 2020 and DEF CON 28 and what their virtual replacements will try to accomplish.
March 24, 2020 24 Mar'20
RSA Conference 2020 guide: Highlighting security's human element

What's happening at the 2020 RSA Conference? Our team keeps you up to date with pre-conference coverage and breaking news from the infosec world's biggest event.

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Sample CCISO exam questions on security project management

This excerpt of 'CCISO Certified Chief Information Security Officer All-In-One Exam Guide' explains security project management fundamentals and provides practice CCISO exam questions. Continue Reading
Advice on how to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam

The CompTIA Security+ certification is a smart starting point for cybersecurity career hopefuls. Learn how to prepare for the exam, what to expect post-certification and more. Continue Reading
Sample CompTIA Security+ exam questions and answers

The CompTIA Security+ exam covers a wide swath of topics, from threats to compliance to architecture. Test what you know about malware with these sample test questions. Continue Reading

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CCISO exam guide authors discuss the changing CISO role

Learn more about EC-Council's Certified CISO exam and how the certification helps CISOs at any organization manage successful infosec programs and a changing threat landscape. Continue Reading
How to land a job in cybersecurity

Find out if you're a good fit for a career in cybersecurity, the kind of training required, how to start building IT security skills and the types of jobs available. Continue Reading
IT certification vs. degree: Which is better for your career?

IT professionals can further their skills through degree programs and certifications. While certifications are a cost-effective option, degrees offer a more well-rounded education. Continue Reading

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5 cybersecurity testing areas CISOs need to address

With increasing board interest in cybersecurity risk, CISOs need to explain the preventive steps they are taking to have the right cybersecurity testing in place to minimize risk. Continue Reading
6 ways to prevent cybersecurity burnout

Consider investing in training for new employees, offering mentoring and setting goals, automating where possible and more to help prevent cybersecurity burnout. Continue Reading
The 8 best cloud security certifications for IT pros in 2021

Certifications can help security pros prove their baseline knowledge of infosec topics. Consider adding these top cloud security certifications to your arsenal. Continue Reading

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How to address the skills gap of security and IT personnel

In part two of Jonathan Meyers' look at the skills gap challenge companies face in cybersecurity, he offers recommendations to consider when ensuring your teams have the skills needed. Continue Reading
An inside look at the CCSP cloud security cert

Get insights into the Certified Cloud Security Professional cert, cloud infrastructure and platform benefits and risks, and more from the author of a CCSP exam guide. Continue Reading
Minorities in cybersecurity face unique and lasting barriers

IT is facing renewed scrutiny into its lack of diversity. Explore the unique barriers minorities in cybersecurity face and why hiring approaches are ill equipped to address them. Continue Reading