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23 Apr 2025The new realities of career networking
They say your network is everything. I’d argue that what truly matters is your time and your knowledge - those are the real currencies in today’s business world. Still, there’s no denying that staying connected, especially online, plays a critical role in your long-term success. The old saying “It’s who you know” has evolved into “It’s who knows you.” In our hyperconnected reality - where virtual presence carries as much ...
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02 Sep 2024Career networking success – what you should do…and not do
If you work in IT or information security, there's one thing that you'll want to be good at: networking. No, not the TCP/IP and Ethernet stuff but networking for your career. You can do this both internally within your own company as well as externally, networking with outsiders. Even if you have a job, rubbing elbows with the right people today can end up landing you work down the road ...
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03 Jun 2021How to network to boost your IT career
If you asked me what the one critical element is for maintaining a successful career in IT, I’d say networking. No, I’m not talking about the Ethernet, layer 3 switch, and VLAN type of networking. Rather, I’m referring to staying in touch with existing colleagues and attending networking events (presentations, seminars, conferences, etc.) with the intent of meeting new people who can, ultimately, help you accomplish your career goals. The ...
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20 Mar 2020Want to get better at (whatever)? Explain the concepts to others.
I recently had the opportunity to write an article for Ross Bentley's Speed Secrets Weekly newsletter. It's one of the most popular newsletters in motorsports with a ton of visibility. Ross was kind enough to let me reshare my article here...I wanted to share it with you because it relates to IT and security just as much as it does to racing a car. Being a professional writer in information/computer ...
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13 Jul 2019IT and computer security career tips & resources
In preparation for my upcoming webinar on information security careers (check that out, by the way!), I was updating my website with IT and security career-related articles. Since I last updated my careers page, I've written 35 new pieces...35! Wow, apparently I need to go back and read some of my own tips on time management. :-) Enjoy and I hope to see you this coming Tuesday (July 16, 2019) ...
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30 May 2019Networking + learning at the 2019 SecureWorld Atlanta show
Before I went out on my own and started my own information security consulting business, I learned two things: 1) I work in information security but I'm really a sales professional (everyone is in sales whether they like to believe it or not) 2) It's not about who I know but also who knows me I found that practicing and growing these aspects of my career is as important as ...
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17 May 2017My new content on preventing ransomware + infosec leadership and careers
From ransomware to IT and security leadership and careers - they all sort of go hand-in-hand. Here's some new content for you to check out: Five ways to prevent a ransomware infection through network security An unfunded mandate is not a mandate How top IT pros stand apart Using unrealized IT talent to your advantage Great ways to get management on your side with application security The side-effects of miscommunication ...
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08 May 2017My CSO interview/story: What it takes to be an independent information security consultant
I'm very honored to have been interviewed recently for CSO Magazine about my background and what it takes to stand out - and survive - as an independent security consultant. Check it out here:Thanks for the nice write-up, Bob Violino!...
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01 May 2017
Thoughts on the 2017 Verizon DBIR, hacking security policies, breaking into the infosec field, ransomware and more
Here are some recent pieces I've written for the good people at IANS: Verizon DBIR shows why we’re still struggling with security Security policies don’t get hacked. Why do they get all the attention? Strategies for Thwarting State-Sponsored Hacks Rooting out Ransomware Where, exactly, is your information? CEO Spoofing - Don't get fooled Take responsibility for vendor product security Are you making this mistake with your phishing awareness campaign? As ...
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13 Mar 2017
Web and mobile application security vulnerability and penetration testing resources
Application security is no doubt one of the most important aspects of a security program. Here are some new pieces I've written that can help keep your web and mobile app vulnerabilities in check and your application security program on the right track...pay special attention to the last one regarding security assessments and reality:Keeping your Web applications in check with HIPAA complianceMobile app security risks could cost you millionsCommon oversights ...
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“A business associate referred our company to Principle Logic when we were seeking a resource to perform vulnerability /penetration testing for our external and internal networks. We found Kevin Beaver to be professional, well informed, and easy to work with. His testing did not disrupt our networks, and his progress updates were timely.
His final report was very thorough and included security recommendations for our network environment. The executive leadership was so impressed with Kevin’s security expertise, they have extended their agreement to continue to perform periodic testing. We highly recommend Kevin Beaver and Principle Logic as a resource for network security testing.”
(IT managed services firm)
Kevin has written/co-written 12 books on information security including one of the best-sellers of all time:
