2022 ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Report
(ISC)² has just released the 2022 Cybersecurity Workforce Study. This year, (ISC)² interviewed 11,779 cybersecurity professionals worldwide. Key Insights from Study Participants: 75% report strong job satisfaction, yet 70% still feel overworked Only 28% report their organization actively listens and values their input 55% believe diversity will increase among their teams within two years 20% […]
Malicious Apps Found on Google Play and Apple App Store
Malicious apps are becoming more sophisticated and difficult to detect. These apps may access services on your phone that can be used to spy on you and collect data your data. It was recently discovered that 80 apps on the Google Play store and 9 apps in the Apple App store were reported to be […]
DoD Releases New Policy on Social Media
The DoD has recently released a department wide policy regarding social media use for official accounts. DODI 5400.17 provides guidance for social media use within DoD, records management procedures, and guidance to ensure personal social media accounts are not misrepresented or misinterpreted as official accounts. This is significant because this is the first DOD policy […]
Cyber threats on the rise
The US Government has warned of an increased threat of cyberattacks. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released recommendations to help keep you and your family safe and secure. Here are a few simple steps everyone can take to improve their cyber hygiene and better protect themselves online. Use Strong Passwords Having a […]
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC): What You Need to Know
Cybersecurity threats are on the rise, small and medium sized businesses are more vulnerable than ever before. Vulnerability Analysis is needed in today’s business to help protect valuable data. CMMC assessments assist government contractors in securing controlled unclassified information (CUI) in their organizations. Table of Contents Defining a Maturity Model Maturity models are modeling tools […]
Two-Factor Authentication
Two-factor verification is a service that adds additional layers of security. Normally you enter a username and password in order to access a website or application. With two-factor you would be prompted to enter one additional authentication method. With multi-factor authentication, you would be prompted to enter more than two additional verification methods. There are […]