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GUEST ESSAY: AntiguaRecon – A call to train and promote the next generation of cyber warriors

The Last Watchdog

Related: Up-skilling workers to boost security Related Although you were born with an agile and analytical mind, you have very limited financial resources and few, if any, connections that can open doors to your future ambitions. Our proof of concept will come when we get them jobs too. The founder, Adam Dennis (that’s me!),

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Why Cyber Insurance is Essential in 2022

IT Governance

Organisations must always look for cost-effective ways to address the cyber security risks they face. With more than 1,200 publicly disclosed data breaches last year , and organisations spending almost £3 million on average responding to security incidents , effective risk management is a top priority.

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Looking Back on the Channel Partner Event and Awards 2024

IT Governance

Previously , I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sophie Sayer, our Channel Sales Director, to talk about the IT Governance partner programme and partner event on 9 April 2024. Now that the drinks have been served and awards handed out, I caught up with her again. We’re delighted to hear it went so well, Sophie!

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Business ID Theft Soars Amid COVID Closures

Krebs on Security

What’s more, with so many small enterprises going out of business or sitting dormant during the COVID-19 pandemic, organized fraud rings have an unusually rich pool of targets to choose from. Most consumers are likely aware of the threat from identity theft, which occurs when crooks apply for new lines of credit in your name.

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How Cybercriminals are Weathering COVID-19

Krebs on Security

In many ways, the COVID-19 pandemic has been a boon to cybercriminals: With unprecedented numbers of people working from home and anxious for news about the virus outbreak, it’s hard to imagine a more target-rich environment for phishers, scammers and malware purveyors. ” Alex Holden , founder and CTO of Hold Security , agreed.

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Cybersecurity Employment in 2022: Solving the Skills Gap

eSecurity Planet

There are currently about 435,000 cybersecurity job openings available in the United States, up from approximately 314,000 in 2019. With all that going on, the need for experienced cybersecurity staff hasn’t dwindled, causing recruiters and government officials alike to search for solutions to the skills shortage.

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Best Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Tools of 2021

eSecurity Planet

Cyberattacks caused by supply chain vulnerabilities mean organizations need a renewed perspective on how to address third-party security. In a developing market, third-party risk management (TPRM) software and tools could be the answer to helping organizations fill the gap. Best Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Tools.

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