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I write often on this page about the shortage of cybersecurity experts compared to businesses' need for them. About 500,000cybersecurity jobs are going unfilled in this crucial industry. As we consider the nation's evolving cybersecurity and national security needs, one group always comes to mind: U.S. service veterans. Why? Because their military training and experience uniquely equip them to transition into the cybersecurity industry. That's one reason the Cyber Hero vCISO Network will work with veterans as we serve the cybersecurity needs of SMEs nationwide. Watch this recent interview I did with Antonio "T" Scurlock, himself a retired Naval (Information Warfare qualified) Officer. Learn about his work to help veterans through the National Initiative for Cybersecurity, Careers and Studies. Antonio "T" ScurlockNeil KhatodAlan VarbelBob Turner #cybersecurity #cybersecurityexperts #veterans #CISO #vCISO #sme #smebusiness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #cyberresilience

You know about the shortage of cybersecurity experts compared to businesses' needs. About 500,000 cybersecurity jobs are going unfilled in this crucial industry. As we consider the nation's evolving cybersecurity and national security needs, one group always comes to mind: U.S. service veterans. Why? Because their military training and experience uniquely equip them to transition into the cybersecurity industry. That's one reason the Cyber Hero vCISO Network will work with veterans as we serve the cybersecurity needs of SMEs nationwide. Watch this recent interview Gary Berman did with Antonio "T" Scurlock, a retired Naval (Information Warfare qualified) Officer. Learn about his work to help veterans through the National Initiative for Cybersecurity, Careers and Studies. Antonio "T" ScurlockNeil KhatodAlan VarbelBob Turner #cybersecurity #cybersecurityexperts #veterans #CISO #vCISO #sme #smebusiness #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #cyberresilience

This Veterans Day, we celebrate, honor, and thank all Veterans that have served and sacrificed for our country’s freedom and safety. Are you a Veteran or know a Veteran looking to enter the cybersecurity workforce? With over 570,000 open cybersecurity positions across the U.S., veterans and those transitioning out of the military possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to be successful in cyber. Explore the Cybersecurity for Veterans page below, which includes a variety of tools and resources to help Veterans begin/advance their career in cybersecurity. https://lnkd.in/gdkYamJZ #Cybersecurity #Veterans #VeteransInCyber #TalPoint

🔥𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬!🔥 Transition smoothly into the cybersecurity industry with Fortinet's Education Outreach program. They recognize the incredible skills and commitment our military veterans bring, and we want YOU to succeed in the world of cybersecurity. What's in Store for You? Free Cybersecurity Training: Access self-paced, online training to equip yourself with the skills employers are looking for. Why Cybersecurity? Problem-Solving: Leverage your innate problem-solving skills. Defense Posture: Understand the importance of maintaining a strong defense. Tech Training: No technical experience? No problem! They've got you covered with tailored training. This is YOUR chance to launch a fulfilling career in cybersecurity. Don't miss out on the chance to join over 3000 veterans and military spouses who've successfully transitioned with Fortinet. Learn more or start training here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ezR6mqq7 #All #ActiveDuty #TransitioningMilitary #MilitarySpouses #Reservists #Veterans #ACTNowEducation

How do I balance Army grit vs. Air Force cyber security ops? ArmyVsAirforce #MilitaryCareerChoices #CyberSecurity Balancing the opportunities offered by different branches of the military is no small feat, especially when considering the contrasting futures provided by the Army and the Air Force. If you're in the same boat as many high school graduates—fit, with a stellar ASVAB score, and torn between a high-adrenaline military life and a tech-savvy career—read on! This article will guide you through balancing the rugged experienc... Read more: https://lnkd.in/gzy27yv6

📢CompTIA has announced eight certifications that are included in the U.S. Department of Defense’s Cyber Workforce Qualification Program. This program aims to create, qualify and upskill a more diverse cyber workforce – including military personnel, civilian staff and government contractors – by offering them more targeted and flexible approaches and options for training and certification. Read about it below! 👇 #cybersecurity #cyberdefense #comptia #itcertifications

ATTN: Veterans - you understand principles of security. You understand offensive and defensive tactics, the adversarial mindset, and OPSEC. You can translate those principles into cybersecurity. Reach out, I'm happy to discuss various paths. Additionally, here are some helpful resources: 1) FedVTE: The Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) provides free online cybersecurity training to federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial government employees, federal contractors, and US military veterans. https://lnkd.in/gNR5hB77 2) NIST: Our nation’s military veterans are increasingly recognized as an attractive talent candidate pool for our most critical cybersecurity roles. https://lnkd.in/gjdRHHdj 3) VA News: CSO found that 53% of organizations are facing a cybersecurity skills shortage. This is up from 42% since this article was published. With this in mind, they created a list of sixonline cybersecurity courses for beginners. https://lnkd.in/grrpfbCT #cyber #security #cybersecurity #veterans

Cyberspace is so vast that it is impossible to completely airgap it. As military and civilian operations are not distinct in Cyberspace, do we need a Civil-Military Complex to establish cybersecurity governance? #cyberdiplomacy #cybersecurity Link to the article: https://wix.to/VkVdiFv

Today's Two Minute Cyber Topic: Post-Incident Activities and Learning, August 25th, 2023 Today, let's discuss the concluding phase of Incident Response in #Cybersecurity🔒 - Post-Incident Activities and Learning. This phase is essential for improving future response efforts and preventing similar incidents. You might ask, "What happens after an incident is resolved❓" Organizations need to conduct a post-incident review or "lessons learned" meeting. This meeting should analyze what happened, what was done to intervene, and what can be done better next time. Documenting these findings is essential. This documentation should be accessible and used to update the Incident Response Plan. This cycle of learning and improving is central to evolving an organization's cybersecurity posture. Beyond internal review, there may be legal or regulatory requirements for disclosure depending on the nature of the incident. Communicating with stakeholders and possibly reporting to regulatory bodies can be crucial steps in the post-incident phase. Stay tuned for more in-depth knowledge on Cybersecurity this week. Remember, knowledge is power! 💪 Also, we will post a combined rollup article to the Cyber SPEAR newsletter that adds more depth to the daily topics on Friday. Subscribe to SPEAR on LinkedIn at https://lnkd.in/g5cKvYgF Please follow Jason & Griffin to learn more about Cybersecurity! Follow Jason: https://lnkd.in/gWxkRDVV Follow Griffin Weaver: https://lnkd.in/gaanC4UV #InfoSec #DataProtection #DigitalSecurity #TechTalk #informationsecurity #cybersecurity #technology #careers #strategy #leadership #success #cyber #usarmy #usmarines #usmc #usairforce #airforce #usnavy #navy #uscg #coastguard #military #pilot #veterans #airlineindustry #cyber #security

The tech industry employs 23% of veterans, according to a 2020 Findem analysis, making the tech industry tied for the highest percentage of veterans employed along with the service industry. Much like the military, tech offers ample room to learn and grow in the industry, it is mission driven and employs problem-solving skills. The tech industry can always use more strong leaders. If this sounds like you, learn more about our military veterans and service member programs: https://hubs.ly/Q028HBZC0 #CyberSecurity #Veterans #TechIndustry #TechCommunity