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February, 2021

New cybersecuirty - blog
February 25, 2021

Advice for new cybersecurity workers

Getting a new job can be intimidating, especially right out of college. Opportunities seem scarce even without a pandemic happening. There are ways to make yourself stand out, despite everything going on and we want to help! Today’s blog is helping all of the hopeful, new cybersecurity professionals get into the field and differentiate themselves from the rest. Follow the following tips to make yourself stand out. 

Network 

This one is standard across all industries. Making connections is always a good way to get your name out there. It can be difficult when there aren’t many face to face opportunities today. There are things you can do to meet people in this field. Networking isn’t just about landing a new job, it can be for advice, guidance, or a simple introduction to someone in the future who you might even be able to help out.

Ways that you are able to stay connected despite all of the current restrictions are online virtual events/webinars. LinkedIn communities related to your field, and independent online communities that link you with professionals in your industry. All of these can be useful in helping with getting to know professionals and gain invaluable knowledge. 

Volunteer

This may not be the most ideal job right away, but when you volunteer your time to become a mentee or just do something in the technology industry. Real world experience is something that can’t be replicated and it may be worth your time to do some volunteer work in something that might interest you.  

Get Certified 

Now that you have a degree, you’re golden! This might be a great accomplishment, but learning never really stops, especially in an always evolving industry like cybersecurity and technology. This is why getting certifications related to the jobs you want are key in making yourself stand out. These certifications prove that you are able to put in extra work, are motivated to get a job done right, and you will be easier to hire based on your knowledge of job-related skills and activities. 

Make a Plan

Knowing where you want to go is something that this list can guide you towards. If you want to be in cyber security then you can join communities, volunteer, or get certifications that are relevant. Paving the way to make what you want is possible, but you have to know what it is first. Following these tips are a great way to get started!

February 25, 2021
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Trends for 2021
February 11, 2021

Cybersecurity Trends in 2021

Awareness on cybersecurity was heightened to new levels with the global pandemic taking place. People were working from home and it put people and businesses at a higher risk for an information breach. This was the biggest trend in 2020, how to protect workers when they aren’t working in an office, but what can we look for in 2021? Over the first month we can see some trends forming and we have a few predictions for what else to expect for the rest of the year.

Increasing Privacy 

This first trend carries over from 2020. People are still working from home and if people are back in the office there is still a chance that a breach can happen. Countries themselves are starting to implement more security measures because they understand how information is being collected. Businesses and individuals need to prepare for these changes and even take an initiative on data protection.

More and more cyberattacks 

With people increasing to come back to work or staying at home a lot of movement is happening. This can cause people to be lax with security measures just to make the transition faster. This is not the way to go because hackers are at it more than ever. To understand these security threats click here, and just be aware that hackers are a threat now more than ever. 

5g implementation

Global implementation of 5g across all facets of life is something to be excited about. This is great for convenience, speed, and the growth of technology in the future, but it poses threats as well. Cyber attacks will be more sophisticated with the growth of technology and 5g is a part of that. Security will have to be quicker in development than that of the hackers who will have access to the same technology. 

Keeping everyone up to date

Having your employees, no matter the department, informed on what is expected from a security standpoint is beneficial to the health of the entire company. We always recommend that everyone has a strong password and for more on that click here. This is a trend that should be popular every year! Keeping up to date with security trends is important to the health of every company. 

Staying safe and secure is something that we always put at the forefront of our company. It allows us to work freely to be the best we can for our customers. If you take this initiative with your company it will allow your business to be better. All of these trends point to increasing security measures in 2021 and beyond.

February 11, 2021
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