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Articles by Uday Mitra
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Importance of Formal Information Security Education
Having the right people learn the right things and having metrics in place to ensure knowledge transfer has occurred are both crucial reasons why formal information security education is essential. This education includes attending classes in person, participating in online training courses either live or via recordings, or self-learning through printed materials. You wouldn't trust a doctor who has only read books about medicine without attending medical school, or have someone defend you in court who has only read law books but never graduated from law school. Similarly, cybersecurity professionals need structured, formal education to effectively protect organizations from ...
Read MorePreventing Equifax-Style Hacks
The Equifax data breach settlement brought cybersecurity back into the national conversation, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in enterprise security practices. The breach exposed personal data of over 140 million Americans, demonstrating how organizations can fall victim to preventable security flaws when proper security measures are not implemented. The root cause lies in technical debt — when organizations fail to keep their applications updated with the latest patches and security fixes. This leaves systems vulnerable to Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), creating entry points for cybercriminals. The 2017 Equifax Incidents Equifax experienced two major security incidents in 2017. The ...
Read MoreHow to become a Cyber Security Analyst?
IT professionals who want to flourish in the IT field can become a cyber-security analysts. The responsibility of a cyber-security analyst is to protect the company’s network from any type of cyber-attack. Here the professionals need to research advanced IT trends and generate emergency strategies. Companies appoint cyber security professionals to implement necessary cyber security protection and advanced security controls. Aspirants who want to become cyber-security analyst, should understand the ways to become professionals in this field. Steps to become a cyber-security analyst Aspirants who want to become professionals as cyber security analysts need to understand the steps that ...
Read MoreTop-Notch Information Security Certification
It takes both experience and certification to succeed in an IT security career. With the growing importance of information security, many companies now use security certifications as a prerequisite for employment. Of course, you can bootstrap your way into IT security, as everyone has to begin somewhere (as we wrote about recently). However, if you've decided to pursue a career in information security, there are a plethora of certifications from which to choose. Some certifications can be breezed through. Some people are notoriously challenging. As a group, we understand that there is a spectrum of exam challenges. The amount of ...
Read MoreCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification
CISSP credential is managed by the International Information Systems Security Credential Consortium, also known as (ISC)2. The CISSP credential is a vendor-neutral standard that is recognized all over the world. This credential attests to the holder's technical knowledge and practical expertise in establishing and managing security programs. IT security professionals hold this credential. Employers are continually looking for people who have passed the CISSP exam because this credential is known as one of the best in this field of information technology. It is because individuals who have achieved the CISSP credential have demonstrated an academic understanding of cybersecurity, practical experience, ...
Read MoreCybersecurity Talent Shortage - Challenges and Opportunities
Nearly every part of our life now involves some sort of usage of a database that is part of a larger network, and we don't even realize it. Now more than ever, the internet has become an integral part of our daily lives, from booking flights and doctor's appointments to sharing images of our kids and applying for credit to doing genealogical studies and even online dating. Every time we sign in, we're greeted like long-lost friends. All of that data is kept someplace, and it's all susceptible to attack. This includes all of the information a hacker needs to ...
Read MoreThe Importance of User Authentication Methods in CyberSecurity
If you ask any expert in cyber security, they will tell you that your system is only as safe as its weakest link. Nowadays, many employees have significant remote access to crucial systems, such as cloud application access, VPNs, and even ordinary office programs like email. Accessing these networks from anywhere globally makes it possible to work remotely. Employees from nearly every organization that can are now working from home as the worldwide COVID-19 virus spreads. Many cyber security teams have problems starting there. As more and more individuals take up remote jobs, security experts are finding themselves confronted with ...
Read MoreWhite Hat Hacker: The What, Why, and How
An ancient saying states, "It takes a thief to catch a thief." Someone familiar with the thief's methods, frame of mind, and routines have the best chance of apprehending him. Theft on the Internet is the next big thing. This becomes a scary prospect when you think about how our data is gathered, processed, and kept online. When you factor in the recent uptick in mobile computing, you've got a severe problem. The most excellent way to counter Black Hat hackers is with a team of white hat hackers that focus on security rather than offense. Suppose you're interested in ...
Read MoreHow Cyber Security Course helps in Upgrading your IT Career?
As the modern world increasingly relies on the Internet and portable computers to carry out its day-to-day activities, security becomes increasingly important. As a result, there will be an increased demand for cybersecurity engineers. Cybersecurity is an interesting information technology subject, particularly for people who get a kick out of solving challenging problems. We will discuss the many reasons why a career in Cybersecurity is not only an excellent but also a lucrative choice, as well as the many reasons why the business is replete with opportunities. Role of a Cyber Security Engineer? An engineer's responsibilities may include creating hardware, ...
Read MoreIntroduction to IT Governance and its Significance
Simply put, "corporate governance" describes the rules by which a company operates. The phrase "corporate governance" describes the framework of rules and procedures that guide a company's leadership in making critical strategic choices. Guidelines are laid for how a firm should be led or managed to maximize long-term value creation for all parties involved. In this context, all parties involved, from the board of directors and management to shareholders and consumers to employees and the general public, would be considered stakeholders. Therefore, the company's management acts as a trustee for all the other shareholders. Information Technology Governance However, IT governance ...
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