Cybersecurity Mentorship: Why Teaching Others Strengthens the Whole Industry
When I first stepped into cybersecurity, I expected the hard parts to be technical. I thought the main challenge would be learning tools, staying ahead of threats, and proving I could handle the work. All of that was true, but something else surprised me even more. The field can feel lonely when you are new. […]
Beyond Compliance: Creating a Security Culture That Lasts
When I walk into a new client meeting, I can usually tell within the first ten minutes whether a company thinks of cybersecurity as a checklist or as a habit. Some organizations open with a stack of policies and a proud list of compliance badges. Others start by talking about how their teams actually work […]
Lessons from the Frontline: Building Resilience After a Cyber Incident
Every cybersecurity professional remembers their first major incident. For me, it was a long week that felt like one endless day. Systems went offline, alarms went off, and the calm rhythm of daily work disappeared in an instant. What I learned from that experience changed the way I think about cybersecurity and leadership. Incidents are […]
The Human Element in Cybersecurity: Turning Employees into the First Line of Defense
When people think about cybersecurity, they often picture firewalls, antivirus software, and complex code running quietly in the background. Those things matter, but technology alone cannot keep an organization safe. The truth is that people are both our biggest vulnerability and our strongest defense. Over the years, I have learned that successful cybersecurity programs do […]
Combating Security Fatigue: Creative Training Methods that Actually Work
When I talk to employees about cybersecurity, I often hear a familiar sigh. People are tired of constant reminders to change passwords, avoid phishing emails, and follow policies that sometimes feel like obstacles to getting their work done. This is what we call security fatigue, and it is one of the biggest challenges in the […]
The Rise of Zero Trust: Practical Steps for Mid-Sized Businesses
When I first started working in cybersecurity, many organizations still believed in a “castle and moat” approach. If you were inside the network, you were trusted. If you were outside, you were blocked. It sounded simple but it left a lot of blind spots. Attackers who got past the perimeter often had free reign once […]