As you know, cybersecurity is a constantly changing field. In order to maintain the accuracy, relevance and excellence of (ISC)² exams, we regularly conduct Job Task Analysis (JTA) studies to review and update exam outlines. JTAs are a methodical process used to determine tasks that are performed in the field by credential holders, as well as the knowledge and skills required to execute those tasks successfully. This review process is continual for all (ISC)² certifications, resulting in regular updates to exams and exam outlines. Coming up next month, the CISSP will be taking its next step in the certification lifecycle with a JTA Study Workshop tentatively scheduled for January 17-19, 2023. As we prepare for this workshop, we would like

As organizations, applications, and users alike continue their journey toward the cloud, the demand for cybersecurity professionals with experience in cloud security increases. The knowledge and skills gap are the biggest concerns for all cloud-first organizations. According to the 2022 Cloud Security Report, lack of qualified staff is ranked as the biggest operational security headache trying to protect cloud workloads, while lack of qualified staff and knowledge was also echoed as the most challenging aspect of cloud compliance. Vendor certifications offer technical expertise The tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, have listened to these concerns and invested an enormous amount to develop and promote their vendor certification programs for a good reason – the shared responsibility model of cloud

What do you get when you cross a teacher with an entrepreneur who also has a passion for cybersecurity? You get Matt Lee. Matt is the Senior Director of Security and Compliance at Pax8, where he is a force multiplier in the mission to empower Managed Service Providers (MSP) to continue to grow in their security knowledge and operability. We recently had a chance to speak with Matt about his experiences, and to offer some solid advice to those who are looking to enhance their cloud security. Q: Could you tell us a little about your background, and how you became involved as an educator for Pax8? A:  I built an MSP with a bunch of my friends over the

Over the past two years, the workforce has changed in unimaginable ways. Hybrid work is now the norm, leadership strategies have evolved to encompass the new way of work, and workers are taking the time to decide if they actually like their job. We have witnessed the highest resignation numbers in decades – according to the World Economic Forum, 4.4 million workers left their jobs in September 2021 alone! However, the Great Resignation can be your Great Opportunity, especially if you are pursuing a career in cloud security. The Great Resignation brings Great Opportunities You have probably seen headlines about “The Great Resignation.” A Prudential survey says 26% of employees plan to look for a job at a different company

As cyberthreats continue to make daily headlines, the need for security experts is at an all-time high. Yet talent is scarce. Research shows the cybersecurity workforce needs an influx of 2.7 million professionals to meet global demand. Near limitless job opportunities are wide open to problem-solvers with an analytical mindset. How can you start your career in cybersecurity? Working cybersecurity professionals agree, certification is the most important way for career pursuers to enter the field. But with so many cybersecurity certifications out there, how do you choose the one that will help you break into the field and help lead you to long-term career success? Let’s compare two entry-level options: (ISC)² Certified in CybersecuritySM and ISACA Cybersecurity Fundamentals.   What