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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

🌟 Deep Dive into Inventory and Control of Enterprise Assets - CIS Control 1 🌟 In cybersecurity, the foundation of a robust defense strategy starts with a thorough understanding and management of enterprise assets. CIS Control 1 emphasizes the critical role of maintaining a comprehensive inventory of these assets, which includes everything from hardware devices to virtual environments. This control is not just about cataloging assets but also about understanding their function, interconnectivity, and the potential risks they pose. A well-maintained inventory is crucial in identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring that every network component is under the security umbrella. 📘 My course on Cybrary.it delves into the intricacies of this control, offering a step-by-step guide to effectively managing enterprise assets. It covers strategies for maintaining an up-to-date asset inventory and leveraging this information to bolster your cybersecurity defenses. Join this course to gain insights into one of the most fundamental aspects of cybersecurity management. 🔗 Explore the Course on Cybrary for free: https://lnkd.in/gqkkaYCM #usarmy #usmarines #usmc #usairforce #airforce #usnavy #navy #uscg #coastguard #military #veterans  #informationsecurity #cybersecurity #technology #future #careers #socialmedia #strategy #leadership #inspiration #success  #CyberSecurity #CISControl1 #EnterpriseAssets #CybraryCourses

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) published a study highlighting a mismatch in the U.S. military’s failure to recruit, train, promote, and retain talented #cyber warriors. This comes as the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines each run their own recruitment, training, and promotion systems instead of having a single pipeline for talent. The FDD study highlighted that the result is a shortage of qualified personnel in the U.S. Cyber Command (CYBERCOM), responsible for both the offensive and defensive aspects of military cyber operations. Evidently, America’s #cyberforce generation system is clearly broken. Fixing it demands nothing less than the establishment of an independent cyber service. “The inefficient division of labor between the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps prevents the generation of a cyber force ready to carry out its mission. Recruitment suffers because cyber operations are not a top priority for any of the services, and incentives for new recruits vary wildly,” Erica Lonergan and RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery, wrote in a Monday post for the FDD. “The services do not coordinate to ensure that trainees acquire a consistent set of skills or that their skills correspond to the roles they will ultimately fulfill at #CYBERCOM.” They also identified that promotion systems often hold back skilled cyber personnel because the systems were designed to evaluate service members who operate on land, at sea, or in the air, not in cyberspace. #Threatlandscape #CyberSkill #Threatintelligence https://lnkd.in/g-UxmtMR

Shields🛡️Up, Inc. The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) reveals gaps in US military’s #cybertalent. "The #FDD study highlighted that the result is a shortage of qualified personnel in the U.S. Cyber Command #CYBERCOM, responsible for both the offensive and defensive aspects of #military #cyberoperations." #ShieldsUPAI builds out a specialized team with our #concierge #services that are a celebration of exclusivity, objectivity, and unparalleled excellence for each project. ShieldsUP has over 30 #BoardofDirectors quality #CISOs, #EscalationCenter, #SME, #SOC, #NOC, and #engineers available. We are focused on 34 #industries and 16 essential #criticalsectors. Our #CISO resources with top #securityclearances that are available resources to the #CYBERCOM to provide #cyberreadiness skills to United States Marine Corps, US Navy, US Army, United States Air Force, US Air Force School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS), US Army Cyber Center of Excellence, U.S. Naval War College, United States Air Force Academy, and United States Naval Academy recruitment in order to stabilize the retention and reforms necessary to strengthen the US military's #securityposture. Kindly reach out. https://lnkd.in/gvy9wSzf

Our cyber training is delivered by experienced ex-military and special forces instructors. Their current and relevant knowledge is gained from them being based at the Joint Intelligence Training Group, the headquarters of both the UK’s Defence College of Intelligence and the British Army Intelligence Corps. The training and exercises are tailored to the recipients, teaching teams and individuals how to minimise the likelihood of a cyber-attack being successful, and the impact of an attack if it were to be successful. #Inzpire #DefenceIndustry #DefenseIndustry #Cyber #CyberSecurity #CyberTraining #CyberAttack #CyberDefence #CyberDefense #CyberResilience #CyberRobustness #CyberAwareness #CyberIntelligence https://ow.ly/vSvt50QsZ6C

Connections are key. Got to talk cybersecurity and trade sea stories with a fellow Navy Veteran. Both Prowler guys turned cyber and information security geeks - he fixed’em, and I flew [in] them. There’s a sayong at USNA (and probably similar at the other Academies) - “Wherever two or three shall meet…” I find that goes beyond the Service Academies and extends to the Veteran Community as a whole. Doesn’t matter what service or job, officer or enlisted, or when you served. Fobbit, POG, or Grunt - it doesn’t matter. Instant bond and sea (or field) stories abound. We talked cybersecurity, primarily “securing the human”, and when the work was done, traded sea stories and compared our Navy experience. And I’ll put this out there - former EW folks - especially those of us that were on the EA side - make good cyber security pros.

🔥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

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IT is a vital and expanding sector in our economy, with cybersecurity being crucial in today's digital era. MyComputerCareer provides great educational opportunities for active-duty military personnel and veterans, offering training and certifications to prepare them for the growing field. Tune in to #MilitaryMakeoverOperationCareer to discover how they're training IT professionals and certified "Cyber Warriors."

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