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In-House Cyber Teams Are Crucial for Defending Against Today’s Cyber Threats 80% of organizations have faced an identity-related breach due to third-party risks (CyberEdge Group 2024 Cyberthreat Defense Report). It’s clear that relying solely on 3rd party tools, outsourcing, and MSSPs may not be enough to protect your organization from evolving cyber threats. While MSSPs can be a valuable part of your strategy, they often leave gaps in protecting your organization. Business leaders need to rethink their approach to cybersecurity budget allocation—building an in-house team might just be the investment your organization needs. In our latest blog, we explore the critical steps to effectively manage third-party risks and why an in-house cybersecurity team is the most effective solution for long-term security. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gnaHKQa2 #Cybersecurity #ManagedSecurityServices #TPRM #MSSP #CyberDefense #SupplyChainAttacks #Ransomware #CyberThreats

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?? Enhancing Network Security: Key Technologies for 2025 ?? As cybersecurity professionals, it's essential to stay ahead of the curve by understanding and implementing the latest network security technologies. Here are some key areas to focus on in 2024: Secure Web Gateways (SWG): These are becoming increasingly vital for filtering, blocking, and monitoring web traffic to protect against malicious activities. Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS): These systems remain a cornerstone for detecting and preventing network-borne attacks, ensuring your network's integrity. Secure Email Gateways (SEG): With email being a primary vector for cyber threats, robust SEG solutions are critical for identifying and blocking malicious content. Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access and exfiltration is more important than ever. DLP solutions help safeguard your data. Network Access Control (NAC): Ensuring that only compliant and secure devices can access your network is crucial for maintaining a strong security posture. Advanced Threat Prevention: Leveraging technologies like sandboxing and AI-driven analysis can significantly enhance your ability to detect and mitigate sophisticated threats. Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW): These firewalls offer advanced capabilities to protect against a wide range of threats, making them a must-have for modern network security. By focusing on these key technologies, you can strengthen your organization's defenses and stay resilient against evolving #cyberthreats. Share your thoughts in the comments! How are you planning to enhance your network security in 2024? ???? ?? Submit your resume to be considered for future cyber job opportunities: ?? https://lnkd.in/g22UbNEB ??? Join the #BOLTCYBERFORCE - Bolt Resources' exclusive cyber talent community ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/gt_BayzV #Cybersecurity #NetworkSecurity #InfoSec #TechSkills #InformationTechnology #CyberDefense #TechTrends #CyberCareers #BoltResources #FutureofWorkinCyber

The holidays are right around the corner and so is a brand new #PresCup! Registration opens December 9th . Connect your cybernetics and flaunt your #cbyerskills by taking on the best of the best in federal cybersecurity. Learn more about the event and how to register for the President’s Cup: cisa.gov/presidentscup

Happy Thanksgiving! ???? Today, we’re especially thankful for the cyber pros and defenders who protect and secure our digital world. Your hard work, dedication, and leadership make all the difference in keeping organizations and individuals safe. We’re honored to support such incredible talent—thank you for all you do! Have a safe and joyful Thanksgiving! ?? ??? #CyberThanksgiving #ThankfulForCyberDefenders #ThanksgivingDay #BoltResources #BoltCyberForce Cyber Careers & Coffee #Cybersecurity

Today, we published an advisory, Enhancing Cyber Resilience: Insights from CISA Red Team Assessment of a U.S. Critical Infrastructure Sector Organization. Lessons learned from this assessment that can benefit all organizations include: - Assess and ensure sufficient controls to prevent and detect malicious activity; - Require continuous training, support, and resources to implement secure software configurations and detect malicious activity; and - Effective organizational leadership will not minimize the business risk of known attack vectors or deprioritize the treatment of a vulnerability their own cybersecurity team identifies. Also, the findings in this advisory illustrate the outsized burden and costs of compensating for insecure software and hardware borne by critical infrastructure owners and operators. CISA urges software manufacturers to embrace Secure by Design principles and implement the recommended actions and mitigations to improve security outcomes of their customers from real-world threats. Network defenders and software manufacturers are encouraged to review this advisory: https://go.dhs.gov/U8Y

APPROXIMATE NUMBER OF CYBERSECURITY JOB OPENINGS: NATIONWIDE = 457,398 ? TEXAS = 36,873 ?? DFW = 16,920 # OF CYBER JOBS OPENINGS NATIONWIDE REQUESTING THESE *TOP* CERTS: 70,082 #CISSP (# of CISSP holders 91,765) 63,260 #CompTIA Sec+ (# of CompTIA Sec+ holders 265,992) 45,775 #CISA (# of CISA holders 35,812) ?? On AVG, cybersecurity roles take 21% longer to fill than other IT jobs. (CyberSeek) ?? Have questions? ?? Ask Us! ?? WED ??? DEC 4th @ 1P ET / 12PM CT ??? https://lnkd.in/gh7iWzEz These numbers may seem a bit far-fetched but they're real and they haven't gotten better over the years. ?? The GOOD PART? The data DOES NOT tell all, but we do! ?? It IS possible to overcome the challenges as an employer, or cyber professional. ?? Are we prepared for 2025 - whether building an in-house cybersecurity team or elevating your cyber career - I welcome you to join me Bolt Resources and our cyber workforce partner Jeff Welgan, CEO of skillrex to answer your questions and discuss how you can have a safer, more secure and successful year in your organization or career! ?? To REGISTER - ?? Click the event link, click ATTEND then click ADD TO CALENDAR ??? & come back to LinkedIn on Dec 4th at 12pm CT or 1pm ET! ?? https://lnkd.in/gh7iWzEz ?? PLEASE SHARE EVENT with a friend or colleague ?? #Cybersecurity #CISOs #InfoSec #CyberRecruiters #TalentAcquistion #OpenJobs #HR #HumanResources #BoltResources #BOLTCYBERFORCE #CyberJobSeeker ISC2 ISC2 DFW Chapter North Texas Chapter of ISACA #NTXISSA Cyber Careers & Coffee SHRM #CyberCareers #CybersecurityJobOpenings

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Stop comparing your worst days to their best days. Stop allowing the distractions of what others appear to be accomplishing faster, easier than you to fog your focus. YOU ARE POWERFUL. ALL that you need to succeed is already within your reach. Get focused. Learn to validate when no one is giving you a pat on the back. Learn to encourage yourself when you’re feeling defeated or overwhelmed. And if you haven’t started on the path forward, may I say with all the love ?? stop waiting until the right time to do the thing that you keep visualizing yourself doing or becoming - GO WIN the day, week, month or year! ??????