Tradecraft for Security Contractors

The Lifestyle In the initial chapters of my career saga, I was a bit of a digital nomad, hopping from one client to the next, crafting, securing, and sprucing up a diverse array of systems and workflows. Trust me when I say, the thrill of the variety ensured that boredom was a concept as foreign to me as a glitch-free software release. As time marched on, though, life’s other scripts—family, obligations, and a dwindling patience for certain legislative quirks in the UK—prompted a pivot from the freewheeling contractor lifestyle to a more anchored existence in a permanent position. Yet, the nomadic phase left its fingerprints all over my professional DNA—the way I think, interact, and present myself in the security sphere. These imprints, or let’s call them the “Tradecraft of a Contractor,” are the pearls of wisdom I’m eager to pass along to you today. ...

February 24, 2024 · 12 min · 2381 words

Relaunch

Hello, Cybersecurity Enthusiasts and Software Engineering Wizards! 🌐🔐 After a brief hiatus, I’m thrilled to reignite our blog with fresh, insightful content tailored for the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity and software engineering. We’re navigating through tumultuous times, with the economy and international politics in a state of flux. It’s a period where job security isn’t guaranteed, and the spectre of layoffs and company insolvencies looms large across industries. A Glimpse into Today’s World The current economic landscape is challenging, to say the least. We’re witnessing significant shifts in the market, influenced by global events and political decisions. These changes directly impact our careers and the cybersecurity sector. With companies tightening their belts, no job, career, or industry is immune to the threat of downsizing or closure. ...

January 14, 2024 · 3 min · 431 words