Networking Fundamentals for Pentesters

Networking Fundamentals for Pentesters

Networking is the foundation of IT. IT is the foundation of Pentesting. If you’re just starting out from a background that didn’t include the fundamentals of networking, you might feel lost and behind when the subject comes up. If offensive cyber security...
The PSAA: SOC Experience Certification

The PSAA: SOC Experience Certification

On paper, or YouTube feeds, the cyber security job market looks like there’s endless demand for talent. In reality, the “entry-level” postings for SOC (Security Operations Center) analyst roles often expect experience that looks more like mid-level. The result:...
How To Get Into Cyber Security With No Experience

How To Get Into Cyber Security With No Experience

When people ask, “Can I get into cyber security with no experience?” the answer depends on how you define a couple of key terms: “Experience” – Most of the time, people mean paid experience. While this is what hiring managers are typically looking for, you don’t need...
Basics of SOC Analyst Methodology

Basics of SOC Analyst Methodology

Having the technical skills to monitor a network and investigate an alert is important, but methodology is how those skills are efficiently and consistently applied to keep an organization secure. If you are a junior cyber security analyst just getting started (or...
Why Red Team Should Learn Blue Team Skills

Why Red Team Should Learn Blue Team Skills

In cybersecurity, we often divide professionals into two camps: Red Teamers (the attackers) and Blue Teamers (the defenders). Red Teams simulate real-world attacks to expose weaknesses, while Blue Teams focus on monitoring, detection, and response. These can seem like...