Author Archives: Mark Stone

Government cybersecurity in 2025: Former Principal Deputy National Cyber Director weighs in

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As 2024 comes to an end, it’s time to look ahead to the state of public cybersecurity in 2025. The good news is this: Cybersecurity will be an ongoing concern for the government regardless of the party in power, as many current cybersecurity initiatives are bipartisan. But what will government cybersecurity look like in 2025? […]

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How I got started: Incident responder

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As a cybersecurity incident responder, life can go from chill to chaos in seconds. What is it about being an incident responder that makes people want to step up for this crucial cybersecurity role? With our How I Got Started series, we learn from experts in their field and find out how they got started […]

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Cybersecurity awareness for developers

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It’s the 21st annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re covering many different angles to help organizations manage their cybersecurity challenges. In this mini-series of articles, we’re focusing on specific job roles outside of cybersecurity and how their teams approach security. For developers, cybersecurity has historically been a love-hate issue. The common school of thought is […]

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How I got started: AI security researcher

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For the enterprise, there’s no escape from deploying AI in some form. Careers focused on AI are proliferating, but one you may not be familiar with is AI security researcher. These AI specialists are cybersecurity professionals who focus on the unique vulnerabilities and threats that arise from the use of AI and machine learning (ML) […]

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Working in the security clearance world: How security clearances impact jobs

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We recently published an article about the importance of security clearances for roles across various sectors, particularly those associated with national security and defense. But obtaining a clearance is only part of the journey. Maintaining and potentially expanding your clearance over time requires continued diligence and adherence to stringent guidelines. This brief explainer discusses the […]

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Obtaining security clearance: Hurdles and requirements

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As security moves closer to the top of the operational priority list for private and public organizations, needing to obtain a security clearance for jobs is more commonplace. Security clearance is a prerequisite for a wide range of roles, especially those related to national security and defense. Obtaining that clearance, however, is far from simple. […]

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How I got started: Ransomware negotiator

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Specialized roles in cybersecurity are proliferating, which isn’t surprising given the evolving threat landscape and the devastating impact of ransomware on many businesses. Among these roles, ransomware negotiators are becoming more and more crucial. These negotiators operate on the front lines of cyber defense, engaging directly with cyber criminals to mitigate the impact of ransomware […]

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Roundup: Federal action that shaped cybersecurity in 2023

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As 2023 draws to a close, it’s time to look back on our top five federal cyber stories of the year: a compilation of pivotal moments and key developments that have significantly shaped the landscape of cybersecurity at the federal level. These stories highlight the challenges federal agencies faced in securing digital infrastructure in the […]

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5 common data security pitfalls — and how to avoid them

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Data protection has come a long way. In previous years, it was considered a “nice to have” and a line item on the budget further down the page. Today, it’s top of mind for almost every CIO or CISO across all industries. Yet many organizations are caught in the crosshairs of cybersecurity challenges, often due […]

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What cybersecurity pros can learn from first responders

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Though they may initially seem very different, there are some compelling similarities between cybersecurity professionals and traditional first responders like police and EMTs. After all, in a world where a cyberattack on critical infrastructure could cause untold damage and harm, cyber responders must be ready for anything. But are they actually prepared? Compared to the […]

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