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National Coding Week: Closing the skills gap with secure code training

Sep 18, 2023 By Taylor Armerding In Synopsys

Want to know the best way to make sure you can get a good job with good pay? Choose a field where the demand for workers exceeds the supply. Welcome to computer coding. While estimates of a skilled worker shortage vary, most put it somewhere in the dozens of millions worldwide. And it’s the catalyst for National Coding Week (NCW), which runs September 14-20. The event, launched in 2014 in the U.K.

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Cybersecurity Threats in Remote Learning

Sep 9, 2023 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses

The pandemic brought with it many changes that affected how we interacted with each other; one of the biggest was remote learning. Traditionally, students had to be in classrooms physically to attend lectures. However, as this became unsafe and government regulations were put into effect, schools in many parts of the world had to adopt an online learning model.

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Understanding Staff Augmentation and Its Value

Sep 5, 2023 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses

Onboarding new personnel is a costly and time-consuming endeavor. For instance, adding a new software engineer to your team can cost you an average of $4,700 and might take up to 58 days. But what if there was an efficient alternative? Enter staff augmentation.

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Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap for Small Businesses

Sep 1, 2023 By Lauren Farrell In Centripetal

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have encountered increasing burdens over the last few years, from challenging economic conditions to a dramatically evolving cyber threat landscape. Today, 43% of cyber attacks are targeted at SMEs, and only 14% of targeted SMEs were prepared to handle such attacks. An astonishing 75% of those SMEs attacked could result in permanent closure if unable to recover data.

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The Dark Side of AI: Unmasking its Threats

Aug 11, 2023 By KnowBe4 In KnowBe4

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come roaring to the forefront of today’s technology landscape. It has revolutionized industries and will modernize careers, bringing numerous benefits and advancements to our daily lives. However, it is crucial to recognize that AI also introduces unseen impacts that must be understood and addressed for your employees and your organization as a whole. Watch James McQuiggan, Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4, in this thought-provoking on-demand webinar where he’ll discuss the unforeseen threats of AI and how to protect your network.

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KnowBe4 at Black Hat USA 2023

Aug 10, 2023 By KnowBe4 In KnowBe4

Surprise! Some of our evangelists will be live on LinkedIn to give you the full scoop on #BHUSA. Make sure to watch KnowBe4’s Chief Evangelist Perry Carpenter and some of our Security Awareness Advocates James McQuiggan, Erich Kron, Jelle Wieringa, and Anna Collard as they discuss their experience at this year’s Black Hat.

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The Top 5 Vendor-Neutral Cloud Security Certifications of 2023

Aug 9, 2023 By Katrina Thompson In Tripwire

All segments of the cloud market are predicted to see growth in 2023, according to research by Gartner. In an April Press Release, the firm forecasts that global spending on public cloud services will exceed 21% this year, totaling $597.3 billion overall in 2023. This is up over $100 billion from last year’s (mere) $491 billion.

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The Value of Security Awareness Training For Your Organization

Aug 8, 2023 By Nathan Caldwell In Arctic Wolf

As organizations across the globe grapple with the growing issue of cyber attacks — 2023 cybercrime costs are expected to hit $8 trillion — organizations are realizing that more than technical tools are needed to stay ahead of mounting threats. Even one mistake by an untrained employee can have serious consequences and result in a data breach.

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A Deep Dive into Information System Security Careers

Jul 25, 2023 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses

In today's interconnected world, the phrase 'Information System Security' isn't just industry jargon - it's the backbone of a globalized digital realm. As businesses and individuals increasingly rely on technology, the demand for robust digital defense mechanisms has skyrocketed. Consequently, a career in information system security isn't just rewarding; it's vital. From safeguarding sensitive corporate data to protecting personal information from cyber-attacks, information security professionals act as sentinels of the digital age. But what does a career in this domain look like? Let's embark on a deep dive into this fascinating, ever-evolving sector.

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